DJ Halts Event After Being Denied Food, Sparks Debate Online
A mild drama unfolded at a social event after a DJ abruptly stopped the music and turned off the generator, claiming he had not been given food while guests were being served. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
In a viral video making rounds on social media, the DJ is seen lamenting that despite spending hours entertaining the audience, he was left out when food was shared. Frustrated, he decided to shut down the sound system, plunging the event into silence.
Organisers Confront the DJ
One of the organisers approached the DJ to ask what had gone wrong. The DJ responded angrily, insisting that the food had finished before he could get any portion. This prompted some guests to berate him for his actions, while another attendee promised to quickly arrange something for him to eat.
After some persuasion, the DJ agreed to turn the generator back on and resumed playing music for the crowd.
Mixed Reactions From Nigerians
The incident sparked heated debate online. Many Nigerians criticized the DJ, arguing that he had already been paid for his services and had no right to disrupt the event over food.
Others, however, defended him, maintaining that service providers at events should always be considered and given food or refreshments to enable them perform effectively.
The video continues to trend, fueling conversations about how entertainers and service workers are treated during Nigerian events.