Veteran Nollywood actress Hilda Dokubo has strongly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his recent comments on insecurity, stating that ordinary Nigerians need protection and real solutions, not biblical references. In a video shared on Instagram on June 5, the actress expressed her frustration, questioning the true value placed on the lives of citizens while leaders move around safely in armored vehicles and private jets.
Nigerians Not Asking for Sermons
Dokubo explained that when the president was asked about worsening insecurity, he chose to reference the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac. She stressed that Nigerians are not looking for sermons but answers to why they live in constant fear, why children are still being kidnapped, and why villages and farmlands remain unsafe.
“Nigerians are not Isaac. Oga president, Nigerians are not asking for sermons and parables. We were asking why we cannot sleep with both eyes closed, why we must live in this kind of fear, why our children are still being abducted, why villages are raided, and why mothers are burying children they prayed for. That is the question, Mr President, and no amount of scripture can hide that,” she said.
Contrast Between Leaders and Citizens
In another video, Dokubo pointed out the sharp contrast between the president’s secure lifestyle and the daily struggles of ordinary Nigerians. She described his armored convoys, private jets, and protected family, saying such privilege makes him distant from the pain of citizens who face violence without protection.
“You live a great life, escorted by armed security, while farmers lose their land and children are tied up in tears. They don’t need parables about Abraham and Isaac. They need empathy and action. The land bleeds, and what flows in our rivers is not water but the blood and tears of Nigerians,” she added.
Public Reaction
Many social media users agreed with the actress and expressed deep sorrow over the state of the nation. Comments included:
- @misspresidente_ wrote: “We have a lot of questions. Something is very wrong with this leaders.”
- @jonhson1222 commented: “I weep for this country Nigeria at this moment of fear, insecurity and pain.”
- @iam_brightfabulous reacted: “Thank You Mama for always speaking truth. God heal Our Land.”
- @geraldine_obi said: “The country is in turmoil. Well said ma God bless you.”
- @bob.montego wrote: “Thank you mummy for speaking for those who have no voice! Hearts are bleeding.”
- @offical_waley commented: “Blood & tears flowing in Nigeria.”
Dokubo on Political Defections
Earlier, Dokubo also reacted to the wave of political party defections across the country. The Labour Party chieftain stated that opposition politicians jumping to the ruling party lack clear political ideology. She reaffirmed her commitment to her party and distanced herself from political opportunism.
