In a recent comedic interview with internet sensation IsbaeU, veteran Nollywood Yoruba actor Jide Kosoko made headlines with his candid revelations about his longstanding friendship with Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu.
During the light-hearted yet revealing conversation, Kosoko didn’t shy away from expressing his deep-rooted connection with Tinubu, stating that their relationship goes back many years.
Kosoko’s endorsement of Tinubu has sparked a mix of reactions, especially as the actor urged Nigerians to be patient and endure the economic hardship currently gripping the nation under Tinubu’s administration. He highlighted the need for resilience and trust in Tinubu’s leadership despite widespread hunger and starvation that have driven many to protest against the government [❞] [❞].
The actor’s plea for patience comes at a time when many Nigerians are frustrated with the economic situation. Kosoko acknowledged these struggles but emphasized his belief in Tinubu’s ability to turn the tide, urging Nigerians to give the administration more time to implement its policies effectively [❞].
Kosoko’s comments have not gone unnoticed, drawing both support and criticism from the public. The veteran actor defended his stance by pointing out the numerous contributions Tinubu has made to the Nigerian film industry, including providing land for a film village and offering financial support to industry members in need [❞].
Nigerian Reactions
Nigerians took to social media to share their thoughts on Kosoko’s interview, with reactions ranging from supportive to outright critical:
- Olamide from Lagos: “Abeg, uncle Jide, make we no lie, hunger no be joke. We dey try endure but make dem do something fast o.”
- Chioma in Enugu: “Jide Kosoko dey talk like say he no know wetin we dey face. Abeg, make Tinubu do better if truly he care.”
- Emeka from Onitsha: “This one no follow at all. Na hunger go kill us before Tinubu plan go work?”
- Fatima from Kano: “We no fit dey suffer like this. Make them give us light and fuel first. Endure wetin?”
- Sule in Abuja: “If Jide Kosoko like make he be Tinubu best friend, e no go stop wetin we dey face for this country. Action dey speak louder than words.”
Kosoko’s remarks have certainly ignited a conversation, highlighting the divide between those who still have faith in Tinubu’s leadership and those who are growing increasingly impatient with the current state of affairs in Nigeria [❞] [❞].
