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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mary Njoku has expressed frustration over what she described as the disturbing frequency of tragic incidents and alleged wrongdoing in Nigeria, saying Nigerians appear to be becoming increasingly accustomed to them.
The actress said the repeated reports of troubling events have reached a point where many people no longer expect those responsible to be held accountable.
Njoku raised several concerns in a social media post, including issues surrounding the safety of food and drinks consumed by Nigerians, as well as the handling of serious incidents involving citizens.
She specifically highlighted concerns about the alleged use of dyes in food preparation and the safety of products being consumed by children. She also referred to comments involving the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, while expressing her disappointment over the situation.
‘We No Longer Expect Accountability’
According to Njoku, her concern is not only that disturbing things are happening but that Nigerians appear to be becoming desensitised to them.
She argued that repeated incidents of this nature have created a pattern in which public outrage rises quickly but does not always result in sustained attention or accountability.
The actress also expressed concern over the reported deaths of more than 30 young men while in the custody of authorities.
She questioned how quickly public attention appears to move from one tragedy to another, suggesting that incidents that initially generate widespread concern can soon disappear from public conversation.
Njoku wrote:
“Not just that terrible things are happening. But that we are becoming so used to them that we no longer expect anyone to be held accountable.”
She went on to highlight the issue of food safety and the potential risks to consumers, particularly children.
“People are cooking with dye. Our children might be drinking poison disguised as juice. And NAFDAC Mummy’s laughing at us,” she wrote.
The actress then drew attention to the reported deaths in custody, adding, “Now, over 30 young men have died in the custody of the authorities.”
‘Another Hashtag, Another Outrage’
Njoku also criticised what she described as a recurring cycle on social media whenever a serious incident occurs.
According to her, a tragedy often leads to hashtags, widespread outrage and demands for justice, but public attention eventually fades as another incident takes its place.
“Again, we are already moving on to the next tragedy. Another hashtag. Another outrage. Another demand for justice. And then silence,” she stated.
Her comments reflect her frustration with what she sees as a pattern of short-lived public reactions to serious issues.
Social media has become an important platform for Nigerians to discuss incidents involving public safety, accountability and alleged wrongdoing. However, Njoku suggested that online attention alone may not be enough when it is not followed by sustained pressure for answers.
‘This Is Not Normal’
The actress concluded her post by describing the situation as abnormal and admitting that she was tired of seeing similar incidents repeatedly generate public concern.
“This is not normal. I am just tired, I guess,” she wrote.
Njoku’s comments have drawn attention to her concerns about the way Nigerians respond to disturbing developments and how quickly public conversations can shift.
Her post touched on multiple issues, including food safety, the protection of children, alleged deaths in custody and the demand for accountability from authorities.
The actress did not present her comments as a detailed investigation into the issues she mentioned. Rather, she used the post to express her frustration with what she sees as a growing acceptance of troubling events and a repeated cycle of outrage followed by silence.
Her remarks have added her voice to ongoing public conversations about accountability and the need for concerns affecting Nigerians to receive sustained attention.
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