Muyiwa Awoniyi, the manager of Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has sparked a conversation after a blunt statement he made about the Nigerian government.
Awoniyi, in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), warned Nigerian youths not to place their hopes on the government, claiming, “Nigeria has no plans for you.”
His statement quickly gained attention, with many agreeing with his sentiment, acknowledging the country’s ongoing challenges and the perceived lack of governmental support for citizens.
However, others disagreed, arguing that it was counterproductive to place blame solely on the government. Instead, they advocated for a more proactive role in nation-building from the citizens themselves.
Awoniyi’s post echoed the sentiments of other Nigerian celebrities, like Rema, who in a recent interview expressed frustration with the current state of the country.
Despite the challenges, Rema encouraged the youth to remain hopeful and continue working toward Nigeria’s betterment, asserting that both the government and the people must contribute to the process of nation-building.
Awoniyi’s statement has sparked a broader debate on social media, with some taking it as a call for self-reliance, while others criticize the view of abandoning the hope of governmental intervention.
It’s clear that the conversation around the role of both citizens and the government in shaping Nigeria’s future is a deeply felt issue in the country
