- Amidst the fiery nationwide protests, a clip of Nollywood stars going head-to-head over monetary gifts ignited a storm of amusement online.
- The vivid spectacle, according to some, laid bare the harsh truth: the current economic hardship is an unrelenting beast that spares no one.
- It’s not just the poor who are feeling the pinch; even the glittering celebrities and the wealthy elite are grappling with the unforgiving squeeze of fiscal turmoil
Nollywood stars Chacha Eke, Lizzy Gold, Eve Esin, and Mary Igwe caused a stir online with a recent video showing them duking it out for monetary gifts from their fans.
This sensational spectacle unfolded as the actresses dove into the trending moneymaking craze—TikTok LIVE Gifts, a feature that allows viewers to shower videos with appreciation and cold, hard cash.
In the clip that has since gone viral, Lizzy Gold takes center stage, battling her fellow actresses and leading a fervent vocal appeal for gifts from their fans.
The scene was nothing short of a digital duel, with each star striving to outdo the others in a fierce competition to rake in the highest number of TikTok gifts, which they could then convert into money.
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The video spread like wildfire across social media, sparking a whirlwind of reactions. Many viewers couldn’t help but marvel, with a mix of amusement and dismay, at how dire the situation has become in the country.
The sight of these once seemingly untouchable stars hustling for TikTok tips struck a chord, underscoring the brutal reality of the economic meltdown gripping the nation.
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Meanwhile, in a fervent plea that echoes the growing unrest, Verydarkman has raised his voice, expressing grave concerns about the recent #EndBadGovernance and Hunger Dey protests sweeping the nation.
These protests, ignited by widespread discontent and desperation, initially saw an overwhelming turnout on their first day.
What began as a powerful display of unity and defiance has since descended into chaos, with reports of fierce clashes and tumultuous scenes at key hotspots in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.
Verydarkman took to Instagram to deliver a passionate and urgent message, imploring President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to confront the spiraling crisis head-on.