Saidi Balogun Fires Back At Nigerians Attacking Him For Supporting Tinubu

According to a report by P.M. News on Sunday November 8 2026, Nollywood actor Saidi Balogun has fired back at critics over his public support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of Tinubu second term bid.

The actor had shared videos on his social media pages showing him hosting rallies in different parts of the country. His posts, however, stirred criticism from Nigerians who were not happy with his decision to support the president.

In a response posted on his page, Balogun told his critics to rest and allow others to hold differing political views.

He wrote that they should live and let live. He also prayed for God to heal them, and he said may all their prayers and curses return to them. He ended the message by saying God bless Nigeria.

His response has now started another round of conversation online. Some people say he has every right to support whoever he wants. They say politics is a personal choice and nobody should be insulted because of the candidate he supports.

Other people say celebrities should be ready for criticism when they support a government that many people are not happy with. They say when a famous person uses his influence to support a leader, fans also have the right to express their disappointment.

This is not the first time a Nollywood actor has been dragged for supporting the President. In the past few weeks, other actors have also faced similar attacks after they declared support for the President ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The pattern is now becoming clear. As the 2027 elections get closer, the political space in Nigeria is becoming more tense. Celebrities who enter that space are also entering the wahala that comes with it.

For Saidi Balogun, the issue is not just about politics. It is about respect. He believes that even if people disagree with his political choice, they should not cross the line to insult and curse him.

Many of his colleagues have also said the same thing in the past. They say fans can disagree without using abusive words.

On the other hand, many ordinary Nigerians say they are angry because they are facing hardship, high cost of food, high transport fare and poor electricity. When they see a celebrity supporting the government, they feel that the celebrity does not understand what they are going through.

That anger is what is now playing out in the comment sections. It is no longer just about Saidi Balogun. It is about the wider frustration that many Nigerians are feeling.

As the election season continues, this kind of clash between celebrities and fans is likely to increase. More actors, musicians and influencers will openly support different candidates. And more fans will react, either with support or with anger.

For now, Saidi Balogun has made his position clear. He is not ready to be silent while people insult him. He will support who he wants to support, and he will answer anyone who attacks him.

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