Popular Nigerian actor and content creator, Adebowale Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has responded to criticism over his refusal to greet Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, during a recent public appearance.
In a series of posts on Monday via X, Mr Macaroni addressed the backlash, insisting that he would not greet the governor even if given another opportunity.
“This is the last time I will address this matter. It is not worth my peace of mind. Since you people won’t stop attacking me because I didn’t greet Governor Sanwo-Olu, next time I see him, I still won’t greet him. And this time, even if he calls me, I won’t answer. You people will cry today, tomorrow, and forever,” he wrote.
The social media personality, known for his outspoken views on governance and human rights, criticized Nigerians who defend politicians instead of holding them accountable for the country’s economic struggles.
“The people are suffering! The price of everything is up. Instead of you people holding your leaders accountable, you are busy kissing their bumbum,” he stated.
He also accused some individuals of hypocrisy, claiming that certain critics of government officials later seek financial favors behind closed doors.
“Some people call out their state governors every day, then go behind closed doors to collect envelopes to become praise singers. It hurts them when they see that not everyone is for sale,” he wrote.
Addressing the culture of political loyalty, Mr Macaroni remarked, “These people have no honour, no code, no respect or dignity whatsoever. They have become slaves to the servants of the people. This is why Nigeria is the way it is. The people worship and defend their oppressors.”
He also made it clear that despite the ongoing attacks on his character, he would not change his position.
“I am no saint. I am nobody’s hero. I am far from perfect. I do what I do only because I strongly believe in it. Do I get tired of the constant attacks on my person? Yes! But please do not think for a second that I will betray my conscience,” he wrote.
In his concluding remarks, Mr Macaroni condemned tribal bigotry in Nigeria’s political landscape, urging Nigerians not to let ethnicity divide the country.
“I see those who have joined in creating this toxic culture of tribal bigotry. Kudos to every Nigerian, irrespective of their tribe, who sees beyond this mischief and continues to do their best to promote peace and unity,” he said.
