Nigerian rapper and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has sparked fresh debate online. His reaction followed comments from First Lady Oluremi Tinubu about economic empowerment and survival strategies.
The First Lady had defended her advice for Nigerians to explore small businesses. She mentioned ventures like akara sales, roasted corn and kuli-kuli production. She also encouraged wealthy Nigerians, including entertainers, to create foundations for helping people in need.
Falz responded to the conversation on X by criticising the popular political slogan, “Emi Lokan.” The rapper suggested that many Nigerians are unhappy with the current economic situation. His short post quickly gained attention and triggered mixed reactions from social media users.
The comment also drew a response from APC chieftain Ayekooto Akindele. He disagreed with Falz’s position and described the rapper’s remarks as unhelpful. Their exchange added more fuel to the ongoing discussion about leadership, hardship and public responsibility.
Falz has built a reputation for speaking on social issues beyond music. The lawyer-turned-musician has often addressed topics like corruption, governance and police brutality. His involvement during the #EndSARS protests made him one of Nigeria’s most outspoken celebrity voices.
While some Nigerians praised Falz for using his platform to question government policies, others defended the First Lady’s message. They argued that her comments were focused on encouraging entrepreneurship and self-reliance.
The debate has continued to highlight the growing role of entertainers in national conversations. With social media’s influence, statements from celebrities can quickly become major public discussions.
Although Falz has not released another statement on the matter, his reaction has kept the conversation active. It also shows how strongly Nigerians connect entertainment, politics and everyday economic struggles.
