Leaders don’t care about ordinary Nigerians, Falz laments insecurity

Afrobeats singer and activist Falz has strongly criticized Nigeria's Federal Government, citing escalating insecurity and economic hardship as evidence of its failure to protect citizens. Speaking at a June 12 protest in Lagos, Falz expressed frustration over the government's perceived indifference to the plight of ordinary Nigerians.

"Apart from the insane corruption and gross mismanagement of our resources, I think everybody can see the worsening insecurity. It’s unbearable now," Falz stated, addressing demonstrators. He highlighted recent abductions and killings across the country, including the kidnapping of students and a relative of a former minister. Falz emphasized that all Nigerian lives hold equal value and deserve protection, regardless of status.

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Apart from the insane corruption and gross mismanagement of our resources, I think everybody can see the worsening insecurity. It’s unbearable now.

The protest, organized by a coalition of civil society groups, labor unions, and youth organizations, was part of a nationwide day of action. Demonstrators voiced concerns over rising insecurity, the cost-of-living crisis, and declining living conditions. The coalition's declaration for the day of action was jointly signed by prominent activists, including human rights lawyer Femi Falana and #EndBadGovernance Movement organizer Hassan Soweto.

Falz, while reaffirming his faith in democracy, suggested that public dissatisfaction with governance is evident. He accused political leaders of failing to address the nation's challenges effectively, despite having ample time in office. The singer urged Nigerians to use the democratic process, including the ballot box, to express their dissatisfaction and make their voices heard in future elections.

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They don’t care about us. They don’t care about ordinary people. But it must be known that no Nigerian life is more important than the other. Every single Nigerian life matters. And every single person must be cared for and protected at all costs.