Joe Igbokwe Defends Remi Tinubu Amid Backlash

Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), reacted to the backlash against Remi Tinubu, the wife of President Bola Tinubu, after her advice to Nigerian youth went viral. In a recent video, Remi Tinubu suggested that young people could start small businesses, such as frying akara, to help themselves.

However, her comments were met with significant criticism on social media, where many netizens expressed anger, arguing that she failed to address the issue of unemployment. In response, Igbokwe took to his Facebook page on Saturday to defend Remi Tinubu, questioning why she was attacked for offering what he deemed honest advice.

He lamented the negative reactions, describing them as scurrilous and indicative of a "headless mob" that fails to appreciate constructive guidance. Igbokwe's comments reflect a broader concern about the public's reception of advice aimed at empowering youth in Nigeria.