I am sorry for going naked to campaign for Tinubu – Actor, Olaiya Igwe

Veteran Yoruba actor, Olaiya Igwe, publicly issued an apology to Nigerians for his controversial act of praying naked for President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 general elections. This apology comes in light of the current economic challenges faced by Nigerians, which many attribute to President Tinubu’s economic policies.

Since his nude prayer for Tinubu’s victory at the beach in 2023, Olaiya has faced severe criticism. In a video titled “Apologies to All My Fans,” shared on his YouTube channel, the actor explained that his actions were based on what he claimed to be a divine revelation.

“I went naked at the beach to pray for Tinubu based on revelation. I supported him as payback because he is my benefactor.

“Nigerians, please don’t be angry. You see me as one of those who brought this hardship to the country. I accept. You are raining curses on me because you felt my going to the beach influenced you to vote for him. I’m sorry.

“Had it been that things turned out good in the country since Tinubu assumed office, those insulting me would have stopped.

“Nigerians are crying. Even those in diaspora are angry with the present situation of the country. I want to talk to our father, Tinubu that Nigerians expectations are not met. There’s a need for you to appoint a monitoring team to ensure your appointees deliver on your plans and promises to citizens.”