Veteran Nigerian rapper and activist, Eedris Abdulkareem, has alleged that he was offered a staggering N200 million bribe amid the issues surrounding his new, song “Tell Your Papa” trending across social media platforms.

The musician made the claim in a video posted to his Instagram page, where he detailed an encounter with an individual who identified himself as a senator and an honourable.

According to Abdulkareem, the unnamed caller claimed to be in a meeting with Seyi Tinubu, the president’s son, and other government officials when he reached out to him.

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The senator allegedly proposed that Abdulkareem should ignore the government’s shortcomings and instead accept financial support for his music career, with the promise of N200 million.

However, the rapper claimed he refused the offer outrightly before going ahead to warn the caller and those behind the proposal to stay away from him.

The incident is tied to Abdulkareem’s recent protest song, “Tell Your Papa,” which has gained significant attention for its sharp criticism of the Tinubu administration.

NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s new song “Tell Your Papa”

Days before Eedris Abdulkareem claimed some persons trying to bribe him, the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) on April 10, had placed a ban on the rapper’s new song.

After the ban was announced, it sparked a backlash from civil society groups and artist associations.

One of the civil societies to have reacted to the ban placed on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song is the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN).

The PMAN has condemned the ban, stating it could backfire and further amplify the song’s popularity amid the country’s economic hardship.

Similarly, the Media Rights Agenda described the move as an abuse of regulatory authority. Ayomide Eweje, Programme Officer at Media Rights Agenda, said, “The NBC has completely misunderstood its role. It is acting more like a propaganda tool than a neutral media regulator.”

Furthermore, Amnesty International has also strongly condemned NBC’s decision to ban “Tell Your Papa.” The organization described the move as a clear violation of fundamental human rights and an abuse of regulatory power.

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According to Amnesty International, the ban is an infringement on the right to freedom of expression and access to information.

Abdulkareem’s allegations have stirred further debate about freedom of expression and the use of financial incentives to sway public opinion in Nigeria’s political landscape.

In his video message, Abdulkareem declared, “You think you can use me for a caricature? You people are mad. I’ve been ready for you all for a long time.”

The rapper’s defiance in the face of government intimidation has earned him widespread admiration and support from fans and fellow artists.

Watch Eedris Abdulkareem’s video where he alleged that some persons tried to bribe him below:

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Reactions as Eedris Abdulkareem speaks on the alleged bribe

OSG captured some of the reactions as netizens continue to defend the rapper, read the comments below:

@iam_shephy:
“You can imagine …these dey feel say them wise, their cup go soon full. Well done jare baba mi…no retreat no surrender.”

@smartochuka:
“Man’s been fighting this battle since I was a child, now I’ve got grey hair, Man’s still on it, daaam, maximum respect to you baba.”

@ujah_bright:
“Baba GOD go protect you. Omo dis jam must go viral gaaaaan thank you for your voice Baba more Grace You no go fall. Omo that song go blow gaaan.”

@sambamighty:
“if to say you collect the money dem go later use am against you and spoil your name.”

@sam_eggsy:
“200 millions wow later dem talk say Money no dey naija.”

@its.richywsg:
“Baba collect money and spread a little for us…. Then drop another banger wey go kill dem for body.”

@kun_lesky:
“Go and sleep @abdulkareemeedris, you are indirectly begging for sponsorship and funds. I think u can become like VDM? Nobody called u, just making this up. That your song was becoming a noise pollution, that’s why it was banned!”