Kenneth Okonkwo Condemns Igbo Men in Tinubu's City Boy Movement as 'Political Scavengers'
Actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo has launched a scathing attack on men from Nigeria's South East region who are joining the City Boy Movement, a support group advocating for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. In a recent interview, Okonkwo did not mince words, branding these individuals as "political scavengers" who are merely seeking to feed off the crumbs from President Tinubu's political table.
A Blow to Igbo Dignity and Independence
Okonkwo argued that such actions fundamentally contradict the independent spirit for which the Igbo people are historically renowned. He emphasized that these men do not represent the true values of Ndigbo, stating passionately, "They are scavenging from the rotten crumbs that fall from Tinubu's table." The actor-politician highlighted the widespread rejection of the City Boy label among Igbos, viewing it as an insult to their cultural identity and self-sufficiency.
Drawing a powerful cultural analogy, Okonkwo referenced the traditional Igbo attire, the Isiagu, explaining its symbolic significance. "We wear our Isiagu because we go to hunt our food in dignity like the lions and we eat fresh meat. We don't scavenge like vultures," he declared. This metaphor underscored his belief that Igbos should pursue their goals with pride and autonomy, rather than relying on political handouts.
Strong Words of Defiance and Principle
In his fiery remarks, Okonkwo did not hold back, further describing the Igbo men in the City Boy Movement as "political children drinking from the feeding bottle of Tinubu." He made it clear that, in his view, such dependence is beneath the dignity of the Igbo people. Okonkwo asserted his personal stance with unwavering conviction, saying, "I will rather starve and die in dignity than to scavenge from the rotten crumbs that falls from Tinubu's table. We are Igbo."
This statement reinforces his commitment to principles over political expediency, positioning him as a vocal critic within the Igbo community against alignment with Tinubu's support structures. The interview, which has been widely circulated on social media platforms like Instagram, adds to the ongoing political discourse surrounding ethnic allegiances and presidential support groups in Nigeria.
