Rapper Falz and comedian AY Makun used their social media platforms to support the Super Eagles’ Alex Iwobi, who faced criticism from Nigerians following the team’s recent loss at the AFCON.
Falz shared a picture of the football star on his Instagram and conveyed a message advocating unity. He stressed the collective nature of victory and defeat, highlighting the shared responsibility among teammates.
Falz also acknowledged the dedication and sacrifices made by players like Iwobi and urged an end to the negativity directed towards him. He underscored the importance of fans rallying behind their players, irrespective of match outcomes, emphasising the significance of unwavering support.
He said:
“Every single player that puts on the green white green to represent us, is making an immense sacrifice and does not deserve to be treated with this much disdain. We speak a lot about cyber bullying but we are so quick to turn against our own. @alexanderiwobi Love you bro! Thank you.”
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In his post, AY Makun addressed the concerning issue of cyberbullying prevalent on social media platforms, appealing for a more responsible and considerate approach to online interactions.
The caption read:
“Anyone can become a victim of cyberbullying. Malicious information posted on the Internet can spread far and wide in an instant, and it is always difficult to be deleted completely. The immediacy of the spread makes it hard for victims to defend themselves or take precautions. The harm caused by cyberbullying is always ignored by computer or mobile phone users.”
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Continuing, he recognised the detrimental effects of cyberbullying and encouraged fans to contemplate the repercussions of their actions.
“It is so sad to see how you all have exhibited various forms of cyberbullying on a young man whose only crime was to come and represent his fatherland. Tomorrow, you all will still be wondering why the likes of Saka and others are never going to play for Nigeria. It’s time to think beyond your personal interests and look at the negative effects of your evil actions. Let’s help promote a culture of care and respect on the Internet and prevent cyberbullying. Kindly share a ❤️ for @alexanderiwobi on this post,” Makun concluded.
Following the Super Eagles’ defeat in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finals, Alex Iwobi has been the subject of much online debate and criticism. Some people in Nigeria believe that his performance in the final fell short of expectations and contributed to the team’s loss.
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