Hanks Anuku stages solo protest over worsening hunger in Nigeria

Nigerian actor, Hanks Anuku has taken to the streets to protest over the current state of the country, decrying the widespread hunger and hardship faced by the masses.

A video that was shared online showed Hanks on the streets, waving the Nigerian flag and chanting ‘hunger dey’, while people observed him with keen interest.

Some Nigerians have expressed dismay over this as they remark that it is indeed a pitiable sight to see a veteran actor speaking of hunger.

Netizens React:

timeless_cyril remarked: “This is really disheartening for a Nigerian nollywood actor to be crying for hunger”

ekua_paulla said: “Is he not a citizen??? Protesting is his right leave celebrity life aside ….hunger dey”

iamkingsleychinedu wrote; “This is so commendable, we need more celebrities like him>>>????????”

veevogee stated: “This is commendable cos the way we’re all relaxed with whatever these people throw at us is al@rming.”

sandie_wills penned: “Is he trying to get into character for a role in a movie?”

starboy_hairs said: “Y’all acting lik man isn’t standing up cus his a celebrity

But man is standing up for all.”

Watch the video here.

Recall that the renowned Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku clarified rumors about his mental health and substance use, following a viral video that falsely depicted him as mentally unstable.

In a conversation with content creator Lucky Udu, Anuku addressed the speculations that arose from a 2022 video where he was seen in tattered clothes, seemingly talking to himself. The video led to widespread concern and rumors that the actor was battling mental instability.

Anuku firmly denied these allegations, stating, “I am not a mad man… Some people say I was on hard drugs. I don’t do hard drugs. Back in the days I used to smoke but not anymore.”

The veteran actor explained that he has always maintained control over his actions and has never indulged in hard drugs. “I never went into anything hard drugs. I have self-control. There’s probably where I was depressed and had to have a little drink like beers or wine. That’s it. I don’t drink hard liquor.”

Anuku also shared the emotional toll of being betrayed by people close to him, which contributed to his temporary isolation. “But I was just isolated because I never thought I would be betrayed by my own people. It hurt me so much.”

By Ezinne Okorie.