Elections: Simi Slams Tribalism Among Educated, Religious Folks

Popular Nigerian singer Simi has expressed disgust over the tribalism that characterized the recent gubernatorial elections in Lagos state.

In a tweet, the award-winning artiste expressed surprise at the behaviour of seemingly educated and highly religious people who have been behaving badly due to tribalism.

Simi described the tribalism as ‘disgusting’ and expressed her embarrassment over it.

“This tribalism is disgusting,” Simi tweeted.

“What is most surprising is seeing seemingly educated, highly religious people behaving so badly. I'm so embarrassed.

What is most surprising is seeing seemingly educated, highly religious people behaving so badly. I'm so embarrassed. https://t.co/FJTYw3HQyI

— Simi (@SympLySimi) March 19, 2023

The ‘Duduke’ crooner went further to express her disappointment in people who have allowed themselves to be used by politicians who do not care about them or their families.

She called on people to desist from engaging in tribalism and warned that it is a disgraceful act that has no place in the country.

“And all these for politicians that don’t give af about you or your family. Them just dey use you.

“When this election has passed, it’ll be you, the poverty you’re dying to maintain and your newfound lack of shame.

“They still won’t care about YOU. Tribalism is disgraceful.”

And all these for politicians that don't give af about you or your family. Them just dey use you. When this election has passed, it'll be you, the poverty you're dying to maintain and your newfound lack of shame. They still won't care about YOU. Tribalism is disgraceful.

— Simi (@SympLySimi) March 19, 2023