Renowned Nigerian rapper and activist, Eedris Abdulkareem, revealed that he was offered a bribe of N200 million to continue his criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration through his music and activism.
Eedris Abdulkareem shared a video on his social media platform, alleging that a supposed senator approached him with the offer in exchange for his controversial protest song, Tell Your Papa, which has garnered widespread attention online.
“So I got a call from one criminal who claimed to be a ‘Honourable’. He didn’t even let me hear his name clearly. When I asked again, he claimed to be a senator,” Eedris Abdulkareem said in the video.
“He told me he was in a meeting with Seyi Tinubu and other government officials.
“He said, ‘They’re going to call and bribe you, but don’t listen to them. We’ll be sponsoring you underground.’ I told him straight up I wasn’t interested.”
The rapper went on to reject the N200 million offer, warning the caller and those behind the proposal to stay away from him.
“You think you can use me for a caricature? You people are mad. I’ve been ready for you all for a long time,” he added in the video.
The song, which critiques the current government, was recently banned by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) on April 10, sparking criticism from various rights and arts organizations.
The Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN) and Media Rights Agenda both condemned the ban, warning that it could inadvertently make the song even more popular amidst the challenges facing the nation.
Ayomide Eweje, Programme Officer at Media Rights Agenda, said in a statement: “The NBC has completely misunderstood its role. It is acting more like a propaganda tool than a neutral media regulator.”
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