Controversial Nigerian commentator Solomon Buchi has sparked fresh outrage with a scathing video message targeting attendees of the Ojude Oba festival.
In the clip circulating widely on social media, Buchi declared, “Shame on everyone who attended the Ojude Oba festival while children are still in captivity. All of you are inhumane, wicked and selfish. Send this to your parents and family members, they are cowards.”
His remarks come days after gunmen abducted dozens of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State on May 15, 2026. Victims include pupils as young as two years old from schools near Ogbomoso.
The centuries-old Ojude Oba festival in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, drew large crowds in colourful aso-oke attire. Governor Dapo Abiodun and other leaders joined the cultural celebration honouring the Awujale of Ijebuland.
Buchi's outburst reflects deep frustration over perceived national apathy. Families of the abducted children continue pleading for government intervention as victims endure harsh conditions in captivity.
Critics argue the lavish festivities expose a troubling disconnect. While elites and citizens revel in tradition, parents in nearby communities mourn missing loved ones and fear further attacks.
Defenders of the festival insist cultural heritage must persist despite insecurity. They note the event boosts local tourism and economy, sponsored by major brands.
This controversy underscores Nigeria's persistent kidnapping crisis. Recent school abductions in Oyo and Borno have reignited debates about leadership priorities and citizen complicity.
Buchi's strong words have divided opinions online. Some praise his boldness in calling out indifference. Others accuse him of insensitivity to cultural preservation.
As rescue efforts drag on, public pressure mounts on authorities. The incident adds to a growing list of scandals where celebration clashes with national tragedy, exposing uncomfortable truths about priorities in troubled times.

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