Fans Drag Kunle Afolayan, Yomi Fash, Others Over ‘Eko 57’ Tinubu Support Group

The Nigerian social media space has erupted in a wave of criticism following the launch of a new pro-government group, ‘Eko 57 Movement,’ led by prominent Nollywood figures including Kunle Afolayan, Yomi Fash-Lanso, Ayo Adesanya, and Remi Surutu.

The group, coordinated by controversial actor and social media personality Lege Miami, was officially unveiled in Lagos on Sunday. However, the timing of the movement—coming amidst skyrocketing fuel prices, nationwide darkness from grid collapses, and biting hunger—has left many Nigerians “dragging” the celebrities across X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.

“Don’t Ask for Medical Help” The primary grievance from netizens is what many describe as “insensitivity” to the plight of the common man. Warning shots were fired at the celebrities, with many users cautioning that the public would not be receptive to “GoFundMe” requests for health issues in the future if these stars continue to support a government many perceive as failing.

“Make una sha no disturb us if any of una get problem and need the public sympathy,” one user, lordmayorblacksnr, commented, reflecting the general mood of the comments section.

The “Eko 57” Backlash Viral videos of the launch event show the stars in high spirits, a stark contrast to the reports of insecurity and the high cost of living dominating national headlines. Netizens were quick to list the current hardships, including poor electricity supply and corruption, as reasons why a support group is “embarrassing” at this time.

While the celebrities maintain their right to support any candidate, the public pushback suggests a growing “Celebrity vs. Citizens” divide. Many commenters argued that the only “movement” Nigeria needs right now is the “mandatory real-time transmission of electoral results” and an end to the economic “shege” being faced by households.

As of Monday evening, none of the celebrities mentioned have officially responded to the “dragging,” but the “Eko 57 Movement” has already become one of the most controversial topics in the Nigerian entertainment industry this year.