South African music sensation Tyla has once again found herself at the center of controversy ahead of her scheduled performance in Nigeria this December.
This time, Nigerian author and public commentator Solomon Buchi has openly called for the concert to be cancelled, citing the singer’s silence during past xenophobic attacks against Nigerians living in South Africa.
In a statement shared on social media, Buchi argued that Tyla failed to speak up when Nigerians were allegedly subjected to violence and discrimination during periods of xenophobic unrest. According to him, remaining silent during such incidents makes it difficult for many Nigerians to welcome the Grammy-winning artist with open arms.
“Tyla is scheduled to perform in Nigeria this December, and that show must not take place. She didn’t say a word during the xenophobic att@cks we witnessed in South Africa and how Nigerians were treated.”
It would have been a commendable and responsible gesture for Tyla to publicly address and condemn the xenophobia attacks. As an influential figure and public personality, taking a stand against such injustice could have demonstrated solidarity with the victims and contributed to promoting unity and understanding. Silence in the face of such issues often leaves a void, and Tyla’s voice could have made a meaningful difference in raising awareness and encouraging positive change.
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