Nigerian Celebrities Can't Speak Out on Insecurity Because We'll Be Arrested – Singer Portable Tells Skepta
Singer Portable has informed his senior colleague Skepta that the only reason Nigerian celebrities do not speak out about insecurity is the fear of arrest by security agencies.
Nigerian Celebrities Can't Speak Out on Insecurity Because We'll Be Arrested – Singer Portable Tells Skepta
Skepta recently cried out about the worsening injustice in Nigeria and called on fellow entertainers to use their voices. Portable has now responded, and his answer is a brutal dose of reality. According to him, Nigerian celebrities cannot speak out the way Skepta wants them to because they will be arrested. He explained that the situation in Nigeria is different from the UK, where Skepta resides, and that speaking against the government or security agencies in Nigeria comes with real consequences.
Portable's statement has opened up a conversation that many celebrities prefer to avoid. Some people agree with him completely, pointing to cases where Nigerian celebrities and activists have been arrested, detained, or harassed for criticizing the government. They argue that Skepta, living safely in London, does not understand the risks that Nigerian celebrities face every day. A single post can lead to invitations from security agencies, threats, or worse.
Others have pushed back against Portable's claim, arguing that fear is not an excuse for silence. They point to celebrities who have spoken out despite the risks and say that more people need to join them. They argue that if everyone keeps quiet out of fear, nothing will ever change, and the government will continue to operate without accountability. A few have noted that Portable himself is not exactly known for speaking out on national issues, so his warning might also be a reflection of his own fears.
Skepta has not responded to Portable's comment yet, but the exchange has highlighted the gap between Nigerian celebrities and their diaspora counterparts. Those abroad can speak freely without fear of arrest, while those at home must weigh every word carefully. Portable's message is clear, it is easy to call for action from a safe distance, but the reality on the ground is much more complicated.
Source: TrendyBeatz
