Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has sent a strong message to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following the tragic Oyo school kidnapping incident that left a teacher dead. The attack, which occurred on May 20, 2026, involved 46 victims, including students and teachers. Terrorists killed teacher Michael Oyedokun during the assault.
Ruth Kadiri's Emotional Appeal
Taking to Instagram, Kadiri expressed her frustration and fear over the worsening security situation in Nigeria. She emphasized that her concern was not about propaganda or political enemies trying to tarnish the president's image, but about the urgent need to protect lives and property.
In her post, she wrote: "This is not propaganda! This is not your enemies trying to make you look bad. And even if they were, you can’t leave your house on fire. Dear President Tinubu, pls do something, or give us the go-ahead to protect our lives and properties. Too much death everywhere. Being a Nigerian is not even safe at home anymore."
The actress further lamented that innocent Nigerians are suffering from problems they did not create, stressing that the country has become unsafe even within homes. She added, "Too many innocent lives are paying for sins they know nothing about."
Background of the Attack
The Oyo school kidnapping saw 46 individuals taken, including seven teachers and 39 students, with one victim reportedly as young as two years old. The killing of teacher Michael Oyedokun by terrorists has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for action against insecurity.
Public Reactions Online
Kadiri's message triggered a wave of reactions from Nigerians online. Many shared their opinions on insecurity, self-protection, and the government's response to attacks across the country.
- @tosin_ziongirl commented: "You funny oh ? So he should give you permission first abi? You remember during Jonathan’s time when una were protesting everywhere?"
- @nwaonyenwa said: "It’s not a social media talk, when we are ready we hit the streets."
- @chioma__rita wrote: "God pls save my soul and that of my family Becus this country is a no no."
- @_iamyetty remarked: "Before na opponents dey kill each other for politics but now na innocent citizens wey dey find their daily survival food dey pay for Wetin them no chop."
Kadiri's Previous Comments on AI and Spirituality
Earlier, Ruth Kadiri shared her thoughts about the Holy Spirit and Artificial Intelligence. In an Instagram video on April 15, 2026, she stated that God revealed to her that the Holy Spirit was the "first AI" while warning Christians about depending too much on technology. She advised Christians not to replace the Holy Spirit with AI tools, noting that many people could later feel empty despite relying on technology for emotional support and personal solutions.
