By Milcah Tanimu
August 2, 2024
Nigerian singer Spyro has called on Nigerians to leverage their platforms to support the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests, emphasizing the need for action rather than just prayers. His appeal comes as the protests continue to highlight widespread dissatisfaction with the current state of governance in Nigeria.
In a recent Instagram post, Spyro urged fellow citizens to be vocal and active in the fight for change. He wrote, “I wish men of God could speak up for the people now as it was in the days of old… This is not a time to PRAY, it is a time to ACT, even the Bible says FAITH without WORKS is dead. In the Bible days, men of God were strong tools that God used to challenge the government and liberate the people. MOSES, your people need you now.”
Spyro declared his intention to refrain from posting entertainment-related content as a sign of solidarity with the protests, stating, “I personally think it is quite insensitive to post anything entertainment right now. The country is bleeding, and we are all affected whether or not we agree to that fact. I am very much affected.”
He urged everyone with a platform to speak out and contribute to the cause, hoping that the collective voice of the people will compel the government to take meaningful action. Spyro expressed his empathy for the average citizen and his commitment to not staying silent.
“I particularly feel the pain of the average man and I don’t intend to keep mute so I am calling on everyone with a platform to speak up. I am hoping that the government will see our tears this time and take actual steps for the betterment of the people. #GODBLESSNIGERIA,” Spyro concluded.