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Actress Dayo Amusa has expressed strong frustration over the constant pressure placed on Nigerian celebrities to publicly comment on the country’s growing challenges, particularly insecurity and recent cases of kidnappings across the country.
Her reaction comes amid ongoing national conversations about the responsibility of entertainers in speaking out on social and political issues, especially following the recent abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State, which sparked widespread outrage across social media platforms.
In a post shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account, Amusa criticized what she described as “bullying” from social media users who frequently demand that celebrities take a stand on national tragedies.
According to her, entertainers are often attacked regardless of what they do whether they speak out, stay silent, or simply promote their work.
She explained that many people in the creative industry are also struggling financially and dealing with the same harsh economic realities as ordinary Nigerians.
She added that filmmaking is not an easy or cheap profession, noting that many actors and producers take high-interest loans to fund their projects.
Amusa questioned why celebrities are expected to abandon their work and become constant voices on national issues while others continue their daily routines without similar public pressure.
She said, “I woke up today with a very heavy heart… The bullying many of you subject our colleagues to in the creative industry is crazy. They can’t freely share their opinion, they can’t post their jobs without being called insensitive.”
She further stated that entertainers are expected to constantly post about tragedies, condemn government actions, and react to every breaking news, even while trying to sustain their careers and livelihoods.
According to her, the expectation is unfair and unrealistic, especially when many critics also continue with their personal and professional lives without similar obligations.
Amusa emphasized that she has chosen not to be affected by online trolls or public pressure, stating that her career and brand were not built on seeking validation from social media users.
She also noted that she has multiple sources of income and will not tolerate disrespect under her posts, warning critics to refrain from unnecessary attacks.
Despite her strong remarks, the actress still expressed sympathy for victims of the recent abduction in Oyo State. She prayed for the safe return of the kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers and asked for divine intervention for the affected families.
Her statement has since generated mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians supporting her viewpoint while others insist that public figures have a moral responsibility to use their platforms to amplify national issues.
The debate continues to highlight the growing tension between celebrity influence and public expectations in Nigeria’s digital space.
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