Comedian Koffi accuses bloggers of distracting Nigerians with celebrity gossip amid insecurity

Koffi Idowu-Nuel, the comedian better known as Koffi Tha Guru, has accused bloggers of deliberately distracting Nigerians from critical national issues.

In a video recently shared on his Instagram page, the comedian voiced his concern over the recent killings in Jos, calling on media platforms to prioritise discussions on insecurity.

He alleged that some bloggers are diverting attention from pressing matters affecting citizens.

“It appears that the government has bribed all of you to continue to distract Nigerians from the focus that we need to address. People have been killed in Jos,” he said.

“Rather than focus on that and address cogent issues that can make the government wake up to the state of insecurity in this country, you are discussing whether Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham greeted each other.”

Koffi also highlighted the economic hardship faced by many Nigerians, including rising fuel prices and the high cost of living.

“You wake up every day and distract people from real issues in 2026. People are hungry. Their salaries don’t match up. Our people now have to beg to survive. Fuel is on the high side,” he said.

Comparing Nigeria with other countries, he criticised what he described as a lack of collective pressure on the government.

“Other countries position themselves and ensure the government sees their concerns. How can such a nation, so blessed, become worthless?” he added.

In recent weeks, Nigeria has been grappling with a volatile mix of escalating insecurity, economic strain, and celebrity feuds.

The ripple effects of tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, have contributed to fresh volatility in global oil markets, exerting renewed pressure on fuel prices in Nigeria and compounding the hardships faced by citizens already struggling with a high cost of living.

Amid the economic hardship, the nation was also shaken by deadly killings in Jos, Plateau state.

The assault occurred on the evening of March 29, when suspected gunmen stormed the Gari Ya Waye area of Angwan Rukuba in Jos North.

The attack left more than 20 residents dead and several others injured, prompting families to flee as gunfire echoed through the community.

Also, filmmakers Funke Akindele and Toyin Abrahm stirred reactions at the premiere of ‘The Return of Arinzo’, a movie by Iyabo Ojo, on Sunday.

Abraham had approached Akindele’s table, seemingly to exchange pleasantries. However, Akindele appeared to ignore the gesture, keeping her focus elsewhere. Abraham then turned to greet Ojo before walking away.

The incident sparked widespread reactions on social media platforms.

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