Media Framing of Crime Along Ethnic Lines: Divisive.
As an Igbo man, I have endured stereotypes, judgment, and labelling solely based on my ethnic origins. This is not an isolated Igbo experience. Most Nigerians have, at some point, been reduced to their ethnicity rather than recognised for their true character.
I understand the pain of the ordinary Fulani man today, often unfairly judged by the actions of criminals he does not support, has never met, and who are not representative of his people.
Even in America, such unjust labelling fueled the civil rights movement and prompted Martin Luther King Jr. to declare that people should be judged by the content of their character, not the colour of their skin.
Every Nigerian ethnic group is known for its unique traditions, occupations, skills, and strengths. Crime, however, has no ethnicity. A thief is a thief. A terrorist is a terrorist. A kidnapper is a kidnapper. They are bad actors, not representatives of any people. They must be identified, arrested, and punished according to the law.
We must decisively abandon the dangerous practice of blaming entire ethnic groups for the actions of a few criminals. It is unjust, it breeds hatred, and it damages our national unity.
Let us proudly celebrate our diverse cultures, talents, and contributions, rather than falling prey to stereotypes and prejudices that politicians and divisive interests exploit for their gain.
A new Nigeria must emerge—one where no citizen is condemned because of tribe, religion, or birthplace. We can cherish our cultural roots while standing united by justice, mutual respect, and hope for a better future. We are capable of this.
A new Nigeria is within our reach. -PO
“We see government institutions doing the wrong thing and telling people to go to court. When a thief tells you to go to court, just know that his brother is the judge.” — Former President, Goodluck Jonathan
I recently came across a story on tit]ktok that perfectly captures the deep, unyielding frustration currently gripping Nigeria. A man completely called off his wedding plans all because his fiancée openly supports Tinubu.
When people shocked by his decision asked if he wasn't taking things too far, his response was cold, calculated, and deeply revealing. He said: "It takes a wicked heart to support this level of madness going on in Nigeria. If I marry her, she will only breed wicked children." 😂🤣😂
It sounds extreme, but it shows how political choices are no longer just about opinions; they are now seen as a reflection of a person's core morality and humanity. When the suffering is this real, compliance/support looks like cruelty.
So, Dele, when you speak on this, I completely agree with you.
I find it really weird that all my life in Church i was told that when you pray you also take actions
If you pray to pass you also have to read
If you pray to get rich you also have to work
But somehow we are told to pray for Nigeria and not hold our leaders accountable
Pastor Adeboye referred to me as "ABRAHAM," and when I asked what that meant, he replied, "Watch out, the Father of Nations." Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Lmao 😂😂😂
RCCG go wan gaslight you 😂
I bliv Their Final Gameplan is Declare State of Emergency in Oyo state and Install a Military Administrator for 6-9 months. Game Over for Seyi Makinde’s Presidential Ambition and the electoral regional Threat to BAT. Pls Tell me again How this Terrorism is not a Political Play.
💯 right. The El-Salvador President just told the world why terrorism is thriving in a country like Nigeria 🇳🇬. Just listen to his submission… something we all know but don’t want to address.
Can I beg that after elections
All campaign buses be converted to Ambulances and donated across the country to save lives
Some can also be converted to school buses
“How our economy declined rapidly the moment APC came into power…”
- Man explains what N300k can get you in each administration as he exposes APC as the biggest cankerworm to Nigeria’s economy.