Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay (real name Stanley Omah Didia) has sparked nationwide conversation after declaring that prayers alone cannot solve Nigeria’s current challenges. The award-winning singer emphasized that meaningful change will only come when citizens take proactive steps to address the nation’s problems.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, Omah Lay wrote:
“No Jesus, no Allah, no prayer is saving us. Nothing changes until we wake TF up.”
Rising Insecurity and Economic Hardship
Omah Lay’s comments come at a time when Nigeria is facing escalating insecurity, economic hardship, and several recent violent incidents. Religious leaders have been calling on Nigerians to pray for divine intervention, but the singer believes active solutions, not just prayers, are needed.
Reactions from Nigerian Celebrities
Other top Nigerian celebrities including Don Jazzy, Davido, Falz, and Mr. Macaroni have also expressed frustration over recent national events. Their reactions follow the terrorist attack on a church in Kwara State and the kidnapping of schoolgirls in Kebbi State, both of which have intensified calls for government accountability and urgent action.
Yemi Alade Rejects Foreign Intervention
Adding to the national conversation, singer Yemi Alade opposed the calls for foreign intervention in resolving Nigeria’s insecurity problems. She insisted:
“African problems need African solutions, not new problems.”
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