Social Media Clash: Ayekooto Blasts Falz For Criticising Remi Tinubu

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayekooto Akindele, has criticised Nigerian rapper and activist Falz over his remarks about First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s appeal to top Afrobeats stars to establish charitable foundations for vulnerable Nigerians.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Falz, during an interview on Arise Television, questioned the First Lady’s call, arguing that addressing poverty is the responsibility of the government rather than private individuals.

According to the rapper, elected leaders should focus on improving the welfare of citizens and creating an enabling environment for businesses instead of asking entertainers to shoulder that responsibility.

“Why ask individuals when this is actually your job to do? What do you mean by pressure on the government? Did anyone force you to take up the job?” Falz said.

He also referenced the ruling administration’s campaign slogan, “Emi Lokan” (“It’s my turn”), saying those who sought political office should be prepared to face the responsibilities that come with governance.

“From day one that you set out on your political journey, this is the day you have been waiting for. So how can you now say the pressure is too much?” he added.

Reacting in a post on his official X account, Ayekooto dismissed Falz’s comments and accused the rapper of speaking unnecessarily on a matter that did not concern him.

According to the APC chieftain, the First Lady did not specifically mention Falz in her appeal because, in his view, the artiste also needs assistance.

“Falz, stop talking jargons. The First Lady didn’t mention your name. She knows you yourself need help due to career capsizing. She only mentioned Davido, Wizkid and Burna Boy.

“So why you’re the one replying is what I don’t understand,” Ayekooto wrote.