Nigerians Drag Tiwa Savage On Social Media, Label Singer ‘Hypocrite’ Over Arsenal Trophy Parade Appearance

Nigerians Drag Tiwa Savage on Social Media, Label Singer ‘Hypocrite’ Over Arsenal Trophy Parade Appearance Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has come under heavy criticism on social media after videos surfaced showing her celebrating at Arsenal’s Premier League trophy parade in London while outrage continues over the recent kidnapping of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. The backlash followed Tiwa Savage’s appearance at the celebrations marking Arsenal’s league triumph, where she was seen interacting with fans and taking part in the festivities. While some supporters praised her presence and described the moment as a harmless celebration, others questioned the timing of the appearance given the ongoing security crisis in Nigeria. Critics on X and other social media platforms accused the singer of hypocrisy, pointing to a recent video in which she expressed concern over the abduction of dozens of pupils and teachers in Oyo State. In that earlier statement, Savage said she only became aware of the incident after seeing posts online and described the situation as heartbreaking, particularly as a mother.The kidnapping incident, which occurred in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, sparked nationwide concern after armed attackers reportedly abducted dozens of students and members of staff from schools in the area. The tragedy generated widespread calls for government intervention and renewed debates about insecurity across the country. Following videos of Savage at Arsenal’s parade, many social media users argued that her public concern over the kidnapping appeared inconsistent with her decision to participate in celebrations abroad. Several posts accused celebrities of selectively speaking on national issues only when public attention is already focused on them. One widely shared reaction claimed that while innocent children remained in captivity, public figures appeared more interested in entertainment and sporting celebrations. Others questioned Savage’s earlier remarks that the kidnapping had not received enough attention online, suggesting that public figures should use their influence to amplify such issues rather than criticize media coverage. However, not all reactions were negative. Some fans defended the singer, arguing that attending a football celebration does not prevent someone from caring about national issues. Others noted that public figures should not be expected to suspend their personal lives indefinitely because of ongoing crises. The controversy has reignited broader discussions about the role of celebrities in social advocacy and whether public figures have a responsibility to remain visibly engaged with major national issues beyond making public statements. Tiwa Savage, often regarded as one of Africa’s most influential music stars, has previously faced intense scrutiny over public appearances, social commentary and cultural issues throughout her career. The singer remains one of the most prominent figures in Afrobeats and has built a global fan base through her music and international performances. As debate continues online, the singer has not publicly responded to the latest wave of criticism surrounding her appearance at Arsenal’s title celebrations.