IShowSpeed who is currently on tour in Nigeria, has said he can’t breathe, because Lagos st!nks so bad that he always cover his nose.. what a city, we should do better in this part of the world.

Social media star and popular American streamer IShowSpeed has stirred up some controversy with a comment he made during his recent trip to Lagos, Nigeria.

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In a video that’s been making the rounds online, he expressed his dissatisfaction with the city’s air quality, stating that Lagos “stinks so bad” and that it left him feeling like he “can’t breathe.” This remark quickly gained traction and sparked a flurry of reactions on Nigerian social media.

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While some Nigerians acknowledged that Lagos does face issues like pollution, waste management, and overcrowding, many others felt that his comparison was out of line and insensitive. Critics argue that public figures need to be aware of the historical and emotional weight of their words, especially when speaking on global platforms.

On the flip side, some defended IShowSpeed, claiming he was merely sharing his personal experience and frustration, rather than making a political or cultural statement.

Lagos, known as Africa’s most populous city, has been grappling with environmental challenges such as traffic jams, pollution, and inadequate waste disposal in certain areas. Environmental advocates suggest that the backlash should lead to serious discussions about urban planning and public health, rather than just focusing on the influencer’s choice of words.

Nevertheless, the way he phrased his comments has kept the conversation going, with many Nigerians calling for greater respect when foreigners talk about their country.

As of now, IShowSpeed hasn’t released any follow-up statement or clarification. Meanwhile, the debate continues to trend across various platforms, once again highlighting how global attention can amplify local issues.

Your take:
Did IShowSpeed speak the truth — or should he have been more careful with his words?

Meanwhile; Seun Kuti & some Nigerians are currently setting a danger0us part by saying, nobody can be greater than Fela and Michael Jackson, this is really bad and should stop immediately.

A lively cultural debate is heating up online, sparked by comments from Seun Kuti that many Nigerians have echoed. The sentiment suggests that no one can ever surpass the musical greatness of legends like Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Michael Jackson.

This perspective implies that the pinnacle of greatness in music—and perhaps in culture—has already been reached. It’s as if the story has been told, and the book is closed.  IShowSpeed

However, critics of this viewpoint raise a thought-provoking question: if greatness has already been achieved, why do people continue to strive for more?

What’s the point of pursuing education, innovation, creativity, or excellence if we believe that the standard of greatness has already been set in stone?

Those who challenge this notion argue that it confuses respect with stagnation. They believe that honoring the pioneers of the past shouldn’t mean halting progress. IShowSpeed

Looking at history, critics point out that while Isaac Newton laid the groundwork for physics, Albert Einstein came along and built upon—and even surpassed—those ideas. Science didn’t come to a standstill because of Newton; it evolved.

The same principle applies across various fields:

Marie Curie didn’t become irrelevant just because science existed before her.

The developers of mRNA vaccines didn’t erase the contributions of penicillin.

Progress thrives on moving beyond what came before, not merely idolizing it.

Greatness is something that accumulates over time, not something we inherit.

Cultural commentators often point out that greatness is built on solid foundations — it doesn’t just stay there forever. Icons like Fela and Michael Jackson are celebrated as trailblazers who transformed global music, but that doesn’t mean future artists can’t surpass their influence.  Continue reading here

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