“NO ELECTRICITY, NO VOTE,” SOUTH AFRICANS THREATEN TO SHUN RULING PARTY ANC. (PHOTO)

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 “No electricity, no vote,” South Africans threaten to shun ruling party ANC Residents in Katlehong, a township outside Johannesburg, have resolved to boycott South Africa's upcoming local elections on November 4 due to long-standing failures by authorities to provide basic services like electricity. For over 20 years, around 180 households in the community have relied on illegal electrical connections pulled from neighboring areas to power their homes. Angry over the lack of formal grid infrastructure, residents are directing their frustration at the ruling African National Congress (ANC). "We have made a collective decision: no electricity, no vote," said community leader Lesiba Rankapole, 59. "We know it is illegal, but we had no choice because we cannot live without electricity. Our children cannot progress without electricity." "I was born ANC, but today I do not want anyone to tell me about the ANC because I am suffering," added 57-year-old resid...
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“WHEN I SPOKE, I WAS CRUCIFIED FOR IT”: TIWA SAVAGE RESPONDS TO FAN’S PLEA ON INSECURITY. (PHOTO).

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 “When I Spoke, I Was Crucified For It”: Tiwa Savage Responds to Fan’s Plea on Insecurity


Nigerian music icon Tiwa Savage has once again found herself at the center of public discourse, this time addressing a fan's earnest request for her to use her influential voice against the escalating insecurity across the nation. Her response offers a poignant glimpse into the challenges public figures face when engaging with sensitive societal issues.


The Weight of Public Scrutiny


The latest exchange comes merely days after the acclaimed Afrobeats star endured a barrage of criticism online. Her previous comments regarding the harrowing abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State had sparked a heated debate across social media platforms. On May 27th, Tiwa Savage posted a video on her X (formerly Twitter) page, expressing profound sadness over the incident.


She candidly explained that her awareness of the kidnappings was significantly delayed, coming almost two weeks after the event, prompted only after seeing a video shared by fellow artist Spyro and a post by content creator KieKie. This delay, however, was met with widespread disapproval, as many Nigerians 'dragged' her across social media, accusing her of being tardy in addressing an issue that had already dominated national conversations.


A Fan's Plea, An Artist's Heartfelt Reply


The recent interaction unfolded on June 3rd, after Tiwa Savage shared a promotional video on Instagram. Amidst the usual comments, a user identified as @akinolajr appealed directly to the singer, urging her to leverage her considerable influence to speak out more forcefully about Nigeria's dire security situation. The fan emphasized the critical importance of her voice in the ongoing fight against widespread insecurity.


Tiwa Savage's reply was both immediate and revealing. She articulated her past experience, stating unequivocally that she had indeed spoken out before, only to be met with harsh criticism and what she described as being 'crucified' for her stance. The mother of one further elaborated that her public silence or lack of visible posts does not equate to inaction. She asserted that even if her efforts are not always publicized, she remains actively involved in various initiatives to help, adding that she feels no compulsion to prove her actions publicly, knowing that God witnesses her endeavors.


The Invisible Battles of Activism


Tiwa Savage's candid response highlights a common dilemma for public figures: the expectation to be vocal on critical issues, contrasted with the intense scrutiny and potential backlash that often follows. It suggests a deeper layer of engagement that may not always be visible to the public eye, prompting reflection on the nature of activism in the digital age and the personal cost of public advocacy.

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