Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has sparked controversy after she criticised supporters of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, linking them to Nigeria’s worsening insecurity crisis.
The actress made the comments amid renewed public outrage over rising kidnappings and attacks across parts of the country, including the recent abduction of schoolchildren.
Yvonne Jegede’s Strong Remarks on Instagram
In a post shared via her Instagram Stories, Jegede directly attacked supporters of the president, accusing them of enabling violence and corruption.
“Every SUPPORTER of TINUBU is a Kidnapper, K!ller, Behe@der & Corrupt individual. Deal with your Conscience.. Yvonne Jegede says so,” she wrote.
The post quickly circulated online, triggering heated reactions from Nigerians on social media, with many both condemning and defending her statement.
Backlash and Public Reactions
Her comments come at a time when public concern over insecurity in Nigeria has intensified, following multiple reports of kidnappings, bandit attacks, and school invasions in different regions.
While some social media users supported her frustration over the state of insecurity, others described her statement as extreme and divisive, arguing that political disagreement should not translate into personal attacks on citizens.
The post has continued to trend across platforms, adding to the growing national conversation around governance, accountability, and public trust in leadership.
