Nollywood star Jide Awobona is officially setting the record straight! The versatile actor has broken his silence following an intense wave of social media backlash over a recent video he shared regarding Nigeria’s current security situation.
The drama kicked off after Awobona posted a clip discussing safety precautions amidst the recent, highly publicized school abductions in parts of the country. However, some sections of the internet quickly misinterpreted his words, accusing the actor of being “insensitive” and “scaremongering” at a time when national anxiety is already at an all-time high.
Reflecting on the controversy today, Monday, June 1, 2026, the Jenifa’s Diary star made it clear that his intentions were completely twisted out of context. Awobona emphasized that as a father and a concerned citizen, his only goal was to encourage heightened vigilance among parents and guardians, not to cause panic or mock the ongoing national grief. He expressed deep sadness that a message meant to protect communities was turned into a weapon of criticism against him.
The actor warmly thanked his core fans who stood by him and defended his true intentions during the digital storm. He urged Nigerians to channel their collective energy away from toxic social media call-outs and focus instead on demanding actionable solutions to protect vulnerable children and citizens nationwide. With this firm clarification, Awobona is putting the controversy firmly behind him, reminding everyone that unity and alertness are what the country needs most right now.
