Nollywood actress and Special Assistant for Social Events and Public Hearings to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Eniola Badmus, has once again reiterated her unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, despite the ongoing economic hardship affecting many Nigerians.
The actress, who played a prominent role in advocating for Tinubu’s candidacy during the 2023 presidential elections, recently took to her Instagram page to reaffirm her stance on his administration.
In her post, she boldly declared, “[I am] still standing on Daddy Seyi [Tinubu]’s mandate,” a statement that quickly ignited heated debates across social media platforms.
Her declaration did not sit well with many Nigerians, especially those struggling with the worsening economic crisis. Many social media users took to the comment section to criticize her for what they perceived as an insensitive remark given the current situation of the country.
One Instagram user, Olori_Nini, strongly disapproved of her statement, writing:
“This is really not the right time to post this. It sounds very insensitive. People are struggling – hungry and frustrated because the economy is tough. If people react negatively, it’s understandable, and honestly, you would have brought it upon yourself. No one is saying you shouldn’t support your candidate, but this post feels like a mockery of Nigerians.”
Similarly, another user, Oliver_Of_Lagos, did not hold back, calling her out for her unwavering allegiance despite the hardship being faced by Nigerians. He commented:
“Anywhere belle face. Celebrity isonu. Nothing lasts forever. The internet is a memory storage device.”
Another netizen, Hypeman Ruby, shared his personal struggles, revealing how the current administration has worsened his financial situation:
“As the first son of the family and the breadwinner, this mandate has made my struggles worse. I find it hard to be there for myself, let alone my family. I love you, Baddoskie, but shey e fe gbor ebo npa.”
However, not everyone condemned her post. A social media user, Alh_Alubarika, defended Eniola Badmus, stating that she is simply standing by the administration that benefits her. He wrote:
“I don’t understand why people are attacking her. Everyone has their own choices. Moreover, that’s where she earns her daily bread, and she can never deny that. If me and you had the same opportunity she has, we would probably do more than her.”
As the debate continues to spread, Eniola Badmus has yet to respond to the backlash surrounding her statement. Meanwhile, the economic situation in Nigeria remains a pressing concern for many citizens who continue to voice their frustrations online.
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