Veteran Nigerian rapper and activist Eedris Abdulkareem has found himself at the centre of a social media storm after his official accounts on Instagram and Facebook were abruptly taken down. The action, allegedly carried out by Meta, the platforms' parent company, occurred shortly after the release of his new politically charged track.
Social Media Blackout Follows Release of Controversial Track
On Sunday, November 30, 2025, Eedris Abdulkareem revealed that he could no longer access his Facebook and Instagram pages. The artist linked the suspension directly to his latest musical release, a song titled 'Open Letter to Donald Trump'. According to reports from The Guardian, the takedown happened not long after the track was made public under his label, Lakreem Entertainment.
A verification check confirmed that the rapper's profiles on both platforms were indeed inaccessible. Meta has not provided any official explanation for the suspension at the time of reporting. Similarly, Abdulkareem did not disclose whether he received prior notice from the company or indicate how long the ban might last.
The Song's Message and a History of Censorship
While framed as a direct address to the former US President, the 'Open Letter to Donald Trump' is widely understood to be a sharp critique aimed at Nigerian leaders. The song tackles pressing national issues including corruption, insecurity, and poor governance.
This is not the first time Eedris Abdulkareem's music has faced official pushback. In a notable previous incident from April 2025, the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) banned another of his songs, 'Tell Your Papa'. The commission cited content that violated national broadcast rules as the reason for the ban.
Nigerians React: Allegations of Silencing and Double Standards
The news of the social media suspension has ignited a fiery debate online, with many Nigerians expressing strong opinions. The reactions compiled by Legit.ng reveal a mix of support for the artist and criticism of Meta's action.
Many commentators saw the move as an attempt to silence a critical voice. User Francis Chukwudi stated, "when u speak against their way they will try as much as possible to silence the person." Others, like Timon Duniya Timothy, questioned the motive behind the suspension, asking, "How much did Nigerian government pay Facebook to be doing this."
Some reactions highlighted perceived double standards. Adesola Aduloju Dada pointedly remarked, "But bandits can do video and send it to internet , and their account is well preserved , no problem." Meanwhile, other users offered support to the rapper, with Barbara Lucious writing, "Don't worry great legend last last everything go dey alright."
The incident also recalls a previous claim by Abdulkareem. The rapper had earlier alleged that an attempt was made to bribe him with 200 million naira to stop promoting his viral song 'Tell Your Papa', an offer he says he firmly rejected.
As of now, the future of Eedris Abdulkareem's social media presence remains uncertain, leaving fans and followers awaiting further developments from either the artist or Meta.
