Following threats by the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) to drag Nigerian rapper, Falz to court over his “inciting” video titled “This is Nigeria”, Nigerians took to social media to talk about thoughts about the matter.
In line with the group, the narrative of the video is not merely inciting, additionally, it promotes negative stereotype against Fulanis, Chibok Girls and Muslim.
MURIC gave a seven-day ultimatum to Falz to withdraw the video and apologise to Nigerians, or face legal actions.
The Management of Bahd Guy Records, Falz’s Management however stood their ground, stating vehimently that will not retract the video.
See how Nigerians are reacting to the ban bellow!
MURIC should understand the message behind the video.
Falz only meant to sensitize the people and chose the best medium to do so.
The message in the video is clear. He has not broken any law. @falzthebahdguy we stand with you. pic.twitter.com/6EmF8W4mdB
— ADO (@adeoyemusic) June 5, 2018
Falz has a message for those criticizing him on #ThisIsNigeria
“The sooner you realize that you are supposed to pick up the numerous messages on the track and start acting on it accordingly, the better for your life” ? pic.twitter.com/GChjgrBDZ0— Kemi Ariyo (@d_problemsolver) May 27, 2018