By Jungle-Journalist.Com
Date: September 4, 2025
Nigeria finds herself at a crossroads—and it’s high time we took a moral stand.
Just yesterday, the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, reposted a vile, bigotry-laden tweet on X (formerly Twitter) that referred to her fellow citizens of Igbo origin as “gorillas,” “ungrateful,” and devoid of reputable ancestry. She added laughing emojis—a contemptuous glee that echoed across the nation.
Make no mistake: this isn’t a slip-up; it’s a provocation from a high-ranking public officer entrusted to represent all Nigerians. Its message is clear—and corrosive: “Egos before unity.” Let us not mince words: this is ethnic hatred in a position of authority, and it must be condemned in no uncertain terms.
A Disturbing Pattern of Ethnic Favoritism
This is not her first brush with divisive behavior:
- A few weeks ago, she used her X platform to urge Nigerians to forgive Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAN1) for his disruptive antics at an airport. Critics accuse her of siding with the singer due to shared ethnicity, overlooking the gravity of his offense, and betraying public trust.
- Previously, she has been accused of micro-aggressions and bias against the Igbo community, signaling a troubling pattern—not once, but repeatedly.
This is not an isolated lapse—it’s a consistent pattern of tribal favoritism and bigotry.
Nigeria, Our Unity Is at Stake
We must ask ourselves: if a person in public office openly demeans millions of compatriots, why should we tolerate it? This kind of contemptuous behavior erodes the very foundations of our nation: trust, cohesion, and mutual respect.
The Igbo people are not “gorillas.” They are doctors, engineers, entrepreneurs, educators, artists—contributors to our shared progress. To degrade them is to degrade Nigeria itself.
And worse, the fact that she remains unfazed—refusing to delete the offensive repost—suggests a broader, more frightening truth: she believes there will be no real consequences.
What Should We Demand?
- A full and public apology—not just for optics—but to acknowledge the harm done.
- Immediate removal from office, or at the very least, submission to a formal ethics investigation.
- A robust institutional response to prevent future public officers from trafficking in bigotry and tribalism.
- A national dialogue on ethnic harmony, held in all states, schools, communities—so we can build a shared sense of identity beyond tribe.
Final Call: Nigerians, Rise!
If we watch in silence, we are complicit. Let your voices be heard:
- Flood her social media with respectful outrage.
- Write to your representatives.
- Demand accountability from institutions.
- Teach your children that unity is our strength, and bigotry—no matter the source—is our greatest threat.
This is not just about one tweet or one public officer. It’s about the heart of our nation. Nigeria demands better, and so do we.
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