There’s been a shift in the air regarding the upcoming protest, and a lot of celebrities have shared their views on the matter, and they’ve shown their support towards the cause.
Nollywood actor Jide Ekene took to Instagram recently to share his views, and here’s what he had to say;
”My fellow Nigerians, I bring to you a message of hope, peace, and progress as we stand on the brink of a significant moment in our history.
Tomorrow, as we march to demand a better standard of living, I pray that those we entrusted with leadership will heed our voices and not turn a deaf ear to our cries.
Let us remember the Igbo adage, “Egbe belu, Ugo ebelu,” which reminds us that power is not permanent.
Leaders today can be followers tomorrow, and no situation lasts forever. Our struggle is not against individuals but against a system that has allowed mismanagement to persist.
We ask those in power to remember the average Nigerian, for they were once in our shoes, and their children may one day walk in them too.
This is a fight for unity and progress, not
division. It’s a call for everyone, regardless of their position, to recognize and address the suffering of our fellow citizens.
The Igbo saying, “Akwa Nwanne na emetuta na obi,” tells us that we must respond to the cries of our own
Our journey has been difficult, and our
challenges immense. It is crucial that African
leaders pay attention to Nigeria’s plight. If
Nigeria, the “Giant of Africa,” falters, what hope remains for our neighbors?
We must rise above conflict and view this not as a war, but as a call for justice and equity. Let those who have never experienced hardship be the first to cast a stone.
I leave you with the powerful word from Kenya’s coat of arms: “HARAMBE” which means “Let’s pull together.” Let us work together, help each other, care, and share as we strive for a better Nigeria.”
Apart from Jide Ekene, celebrities like Seun Kuti, Very Dark Man and Sheila Courage have sent words of encouragement for Nigerians that have the intention to protest.
