Nigerian comedian Ayo Makun has sparked widespread conversation online after sharing a passionate message about Nigeria’s role during the Apartheid era and the state of African unity today.

In a video posted on Instagram, the entertainer took a reflective tone, revisiting a period when Black South Africans faced systemic oppression in their own country. He described apartheid as a deeply inhumane system that stripped people of dignity and basic rights, stressing that Nigeria did not stand by in silence during that time.

AY highlighted that Nigeria emerged as one of the most vocal and active supporters of the anti-apartheid movement, using its influence at the United Nations to push for global recognition of apartheid as a crime against humanity. He also pointed to Nigeria’s role in championing South Africa’s expulsion from the Commonwealth of Nations, alongside its backing of sanctions, trade boycotts, and diplomatic pressure against the regime.

Beyond political advocacy, the comedian noted that Nigeria provided tangible support to liberation groups like the African National Congress. He claimed that South African exiles were given opportunities in Nigeria, including access to education and, in some cases, travel documents to escape oppression. According to him, these efforts came at great cost, with Nigeria committing significant resources despite facing its own challenges at the time.

He also referenced global sporting boycotts, including actions tied to the Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games, as part of the broader international push to isolate the apartheid government.

Shifting to present-day concerns, AY questioned the rising tensions and reported attacks on Nigerians living in South Africa. He described the situation as troubling, noting that Africans who once stood together against oppression now appear divided by violence, frustration, and misinformation.

Calling for reflection, the comedian urged South Africans to remember the history of solidarity shared across the continent. He emphasised that Africans are not enemies and warned that continued hostility risks undoing the sacrifices made by past generations.