- Yul Edochie writes to President Bola Tinubu expressing deep alarm over national crisis
- He criticized the government, saying bandits were rapidly taking control, kidnappings were widespread and the economic difficulties were unbearable due to high costs.
- Edochie concluded by asking if the current situation was the “new hope” promised to Nigerians.
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has released an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, expressing deep concern over the critical issues of escalating insecurity and unbearable economic hardship currently plaguing Nigerian citizens.
The letter, shared on social media, is a direct challenge to the government’s core pledge to “restore hope”.
Edochie outlined several key issues that he believes require immediate intervention. He said bandits were “gradually taking over the country” and “bleeding Nigerians at will without any consequences.” He further highlighted the kidnapping crisis, noting that “large numbers of Nigerians are kidnapped every day”.
The actor also focused on the cost of living, stressing that “things are too expensive” and “Nigerians cannot afford to suffer”. Edochie concluded his message by directly questioning the government: “Is this the new hope you promised Nigerians?”.
In other news… Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has sparked a new wave of reactions after boldly claiming that he supports more people in the music industry than Olamide, Don Jazzy, Wizkid and Davido combined.
In a viral video, the Zazu hitmaker said his influence extends far beyond releasing songs. According to him, he constantly helps upcoming artistes as well as ordinary Nigerians who are not associated with the entertainment industry.
Portable believes that, unlike many “arrogant” celebrities, he freely engages with ordinary people and regularly reposts fan-made videos.
He said:
“Most Nigerian celebrities won’t even acknowledge their fans even if they dance to the songs. But me, I will retweet every positive video of me.
“Even if you have money, some celebrities still won’t recommend upcoming artistes. But I help people without asking for anything. I have helped more people in the music industry than Don Jazzy, Olamide, Wizkid and Davido.”
He explains that true support involves recruiting someone from the street, providing accommodation, food, clothing, and even funding their early studio sessions, rather than disguising a business deal as mentorship.
Portable also claims that many new artists are simply exploited and quickly labeled as ungrateful when they try to establish themselves.
The singer’s comments sparked mixed reactions on social media. One user commented“Potter was never one to brag, but to be fair, he helped some people. Another wrote: “It’s crazy to include Olamide and Don Jazzy in the comparison! 😂“
His comments sparked renewed debate, with some praising his grassroots generosity and others saying he was exaggerating his contributions.
