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Nigerian Doctor Turns Butcher Abroad, Burna Boy's Death, Akpabio Endorses Tinubu for 2027 Amid Opposition Collapse
Tinubu Has Done a Good Job, Nigerians Want Him Back in 2027 – Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has declared unreserved support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, citing his bold leadership and economic reforms as reasons Nigerians are ready to give him another term. Speaking at the APC National Summit in Abuja, Akpabio made it clear that Tinubu’s performance has not gone unnoticed by the public.
In his words,
"Nigerians are saying because you've done a difficult job well, it's time to reward you by sending you back to the presidency for a second term. Not only will you be a sole candidate for the Presidency in 2027, but for the whole Nigerian population because all other parties have been torn to shreds."
Akpabio praised Tinubu’s administration for taking on the tough challenges that had long crippled Nigeria’s economy. He pointed to the removal of fuel subsidies and the unification of the exchange rate as bold moves that were necessary to stabilize the country and attract investment. According to Akpabio, these decisions reflect Tinubu’s commitment to long-term national growth, not just political expediency.
He also applauded the President for presenting the largest national budget in history, emphasizing that the National Assembly carefully reviewed it to ensure it aligned with the country’s development goals. Akpabio noted that Tinubu inherited a nation “on life support” but has since steered it back toward a path of recovery.
Calling on Nigerians to rally behind the President, Akpabio's endorsement was both a political statement and a rallying cry for party unity. His remarks mirror the broader position of the All Progressives Congress (APC), which has voiced its intent to back Tinubu for another term, citing both domestic and international recognition of his efforts.
With the opposition struggling to regroup, Akpabio’s comments position Tinubu not just as the APC’s preferred candidate, but as a front-runner with widespread national support.
Burna Boy Says “African Giant” is Dead – Joey Akan Fires Back with Strong Critique
In a dramatic Instagram post that sparked widespread conversation, Nigerian global music star Burna Boy claimed the symbolic death of his former persona. He wrote:
“The ‘African Giant’ Burna Boy died… His own people killed him. Then ‘Big 7’ was born to protect what was left of Burna Boy.”
This cryptic yet emotionally charged statement suggested a deep personal shift, with Burna Boy portraying himself as a figure betrayed by his homeland and reborn as “Big 7”—a version of himself presumably shielded from further emotional damage or disillusionment.
But this narrative didn’t sit well with everyone.
Respected Nigerian music journalist Joey Akan took to X (formerly Twitter) with a powerful rebuttal, calling Burna Boy’s message “akin to madness and the height of narcissism.” In a scathing thread, Akan dismantled the claim that “his people” were responsible for the death of Burna Boy’s former self:
“'African Giant' was not killed by 'his people.' It was suicide. Suicide induced by an abundance of success.”
Akan outlined how Burna Boy, after enjoying a wave of national pride and support—especially during his African Giant and Twice As Tall eras—gradually distanced himself from his Nigerian roots. He accused the singer of turning against his own cultural foundation, citing a pattern of hostile behavior including insulting fans, dismissing Nigerian culture as “substance-less,” and referring to Nigeria as “a waste of time.”
Joey didn’t hold back:
“He called the culture 'substance-less,' called the country 'a waste of time,' kicked fans at his concerts, and blamed his Nigerian listeners for any inconvenience he's ever felt.”
He reminded readers of a chilling line from Burna Boy: “I’d rather kill you than die for you…” —a lyric aimed at the same Nigerian fans who once celebrated him as their local hero.
Akan further criticized Burna’s recent strategy of limiting music access to only concert-goers, calling it manipulative. He likened Burna’s actions to “self-inflicted cuts” followed by blaming the very people who once stood by him:
“You cut yourself and bled on Nigerians. And when we protested, you called us poor.”
In conclusion, Joey Akan painted the supposed “death” of the African Giant not as a cultural execution but as “a self-hanging, induced by the madness of success.”
A well-known Nollywood actor recently shared a touching story about a Nigerian doctor who left the country with high hopes, only to face a harsh reality overseas. According to the actor, the doctor sold his clinic in Nigeria and moved abroad, expecting a better life. However, things didn’t go as planned — he ended up working as a butcher to survive.
Unable to cope with the drastic change in lifestyle and status, the doctor began to avoid people from his past, afraid of being recognized in his new situation.
The story sheds light on the struggles many Nigerian professionals face after migrating — often trading their careers and dignity for survival. It’s a powerful reflection on the tough choices behind the "japa" movement and a reminder that life abroad isn't always as easy as it seems.