Former Big Brother Naija star Kiddwaya has publicly condemned what he calls Nigerians’ tendency to worship politicians while excusing their poor governance. The reality TV personality expressed his views through a post on š¯•¸ (formerly Twitter), criticizing the disparity between real-life behavior and online activism.
Kiddwaya observed that many citizens openly “hail and beg” politicians during personal encounters. He noted they lack courage to challenge leaders’ harmful decisions affecting the nation. Instead, they vent frustrations online without demanding accountability.
The reality star wrote: “You keyboard warriors worship politicians and praise their bad behavior. You beg them in person but lack boldness to confront their damaging decisions. Your only power is coming online to complain. Why not grow courage to hold them accountable? Most of you only insult people like me and make jokes. The joke is on you.”
Social Media Reactions to Kiddwaya’s Statements
Kiddwaya’s post generated significant debate on social media. One user acknowledged his points but highlighted Kiddwaya’s own political connections. They referenced his father’s involvement in politics and Nigerians’ tendency to seek external solutions.
Another responder challenged Kiddwaya directly: “What specific actions have you personally taken to demand accountability from leaders?” This question reflected broader skepticism about celebrity critiques.
A third commentator agreed with Kiddwaya’s core argument. They noted Nigerians frequently criticize religious figures and celebrities while fawning over politicians publicly. This user observed that such people only voice complaints online after experiencing negative consequences.
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