Veteran Nollywood actress, Remi Surutu, has stirred conversations online after defending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu amid growing concerns over rising fuel prices in Nigeria.
The actress, in a recent statement, shared her views on ethnic unity and the economic realities affecting the country, particularly the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Surutu praised a family she described as kind and well-meaning, using the moment to highlight what she believes is a major issue among Yoruba people—lack of unity.
According to her, internal criticism and division often hinder collective progress within the ethnic group.
“They are extremely very good people… But the fact that we Yorubas, we don’t love ourselves, we condemn ourselves in as much as is allowed,” she said.
She urged Nigerians, especially Yorubas, to reflect on broader realities and adopt a more supportive mindset toward one another.
Speaking on the ongoing debate surrounding fuel price hikes, Surutu defended Tinubu, popularly known as Asiwaju, stating that global economic forces play a major role in determining fuel prices.
She argued that blaming the Nigerian government alone oversimplifies the issue.
“Asiwaju is not responsible for the rise in petrol prices. The price of the fuel is decided by some beings, by the world leaders,” she added.
Her comments come at a time when Nigerians continue to grapple with the impact of fuel subsidy removal and fluctuating pump prices.
Surutu’s remarks have since generated mixed reactions on social media. While some users agreed with her stance on global economic influence, others insisted that government policies still play a critical role in shaping fuel costs and citizens’ welfare.
As debates continue, her comments add to the growing discourse around leadership, economic policy, and national unity in Nigeria.
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@eyesoflagostv “Tinubu family, the wife, the husband, the children, they are good people but the fact that we Yorubas, we don’t love ourselves, we condemn ourselves in as much as is allowed but if we can for one day relax and think around. Look at what’s happening all over the world, we are still enjoying ourselves like I fought with somebody, he was saying, the price of fuel, Asiwaju caused it.The price of the fuel is decided by some beings, by the world leaders. It’s world leaders that decide on the prices of oil even if you are making it in your room.” – Nollywood Yoruba Actress, Remi Surutu says at a Tinubu Campaign event. #nollywood #nigeriantiktok🇳🇬 #fyp #Viral #trending ♬ original sound – eyesoflagos