Political Hate or Hypocrisy? Nigerians Slam First Lady’s Hustle Advice

Many Nigerians reacted angrily to a video of the First Lady urging youth to try akara selling and roadside corn roasting. Critics—often Gen Z blaming Tinubu for all of Nigeria’s problems, or political opponents who reject anything from the president’s family—insulted her with harsh words. But unemployment has plagued graduates long before this administration. Since 2010, young Nigerians have had to hustle in logistics, hospitality, teaching and catering to survive. I experienced this myself after NYSC, teaching for 19 months before starting a gas outlet and logistics business. Calling out critics who praised past governments yet dismiss simple entrepreneurship advice now seems hypocritical. Did unemployment really begin in 2023, or is that just political hate talking?

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