A viral video showing veteran Nollywood actor Yomi Fash-Lanso distributing bags of items and loaves of bread at a grassroots mobilisation event in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration has triggered widespread reactions online. The footage, which surfaced on Instagram on Saturday, August 22, 2026, captured the actor at an event organised under the leadership of popular match-maker and actor Lege Miami, who visited Hon. Babajimi Benson of the Ikorodu Federal Constituency. The gathering also supported Vice President Kashim Shettima's administration and Lagos governorship aspirant Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat.
Actor's APC-Branded Attire and 'Apo Anu' Distribution
In the video, Fash-Lanso wore a white shirt bearing the inscriptions "Eko 57" and the APC logo. He was visibly enthusiastic as he handed out bags labelled "Apo Anu," a Yoruba phrase roughly translated as "sack of mercy." Each bag contained various items and was accompanied by a loaf of bread. The distribution took place in Ikorodu, with Lege Miami also sharing food items at the location, as seen in additional footage.
Fans Question Motives Behind the Gesture
The video quickly gained traction, drawing a flood of comments from Nigerians who questioned whether the gesture was a genuine act of goodwill or a calculated political move ahead of upcoming elections. Many pointed to the APC-branded attire as evidence of a politically motivated campaign strategy. Social media users expressed scepticism about the timing and setting of the distribution.
One user, @jobh1, wrote: "@bestbayor69 and Yomi fash is wearing apc uniform as the same with what lege wore (57 what) to campaign??ogbeni we know it's alll campaign strategy, stop coming online to cap bullsh@t." Another, @alexanderizu, commented: "@bestbayor69 bread wey them wear APC uniform to distribute? Or maybe APC is the new bakery in town over there and Yomi is the new chief baker, they are on company's wear."
Sharp Criticism and Warnings from Social Media Users
Criticism continued as @jobh1 added: "Hope Yomi fash will give this to his children as well, awon eleribu." @adeniranpopoolakande reacted: "Una life don spoil ooo haaaa who do us like this in this country." @yantuboebenezer wrote: "@fashlansoyomi we see you and we know what you are. On the day of reckoning, you will be remembered."
The reactions reflect a broader public debate about celebrity involvement in political activities, especially during election periods. The event, held under Lege Miami's leadership, aimed to mobilise grassroots support for the APC and its candidates, including Hamzat and Benson.
Context: Fash-Lanso's Previous Comments on Nigerian Languages
This is not the first time Fash-Lanso has sparked public discussion. In a separate video shared on social media, the actor raised concerns about a growing trend among Nigerian families living abroad, particularly in Canada. He lamented the declining use of indigenous Nigerian languages, noting that Igbo and Yoruba are gradually losing ground among children raised outside the country. According to Fash-Lanso, the situation has become so concerning that non-Nigerians are increasingly taking on the role of teaching Nigerian children their mother tongues. His comments sparked a conversation about the preservation of Nigerian languages and culture among families in the diaspora.
The distribution video, however, remains the focus of online debate, with many Nigerians calling out the actor's actions and questioning the sincerity of the gesture. The footage continues to circulate on social media, drawing further reactions and commentary from users across the country.
