Nigerian comedian Adebowale Adedayo popularly known as Mr Macaroni has called out the FCT minister Nyesom Wike over a recent meeting with civil servants.
The comedian pointed out the manner and choice of words the minister used while addressing the group of people was not okay.
Following that, he expressed deep frustration with Nigerian politicians and the manner of communication with citizens.
Mr Macaroni criticized the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nyesom Wike. He alleged that the minister addressed a group of Nigerians poorly.
In his lengthy tirade, the skit maker blasted politicians who do not regard the citizens they are meant to serve and therefore reminded the Minister that civil servants pay his salary.
He addressed Wike directly in his post. “Dear @GovWike, you are a PUBLIC SERVANT!” he wrote. “Next time you want to address the citizens who pay your salary, do so with utmost humility and respect.”
He reminded Wike, “Never go about asking Nigerians if they are stupid… you are not doing anyone a favour by being Minister!”
Mr.Macaroni found the minister’s tone and attitude unbecoming of someone in his position, further calling attention to the responsibility public officials have toward their constituents.
Social media users have shown the comedian and skit maker support for his stance and applauding his bravery in speaking up against what they see as the arrogance of political leaders.
“You must think you are talking to your slaves,”…
“So next time any Nigerian politician is addressing the people, please remind them that they are speaking to the people they are serving, not their followers,” Mr. Macaroni said.
The comedian is an advocate for civic empowerment, and most notably was involved in the 2020 #EndSARS movement in Nigeria, when he himself was a victim of police brutality. Since then, Adedayo has increasingly used his platform to champion social causes and frequently combines humor with civic education in his skits.
