Nigeria Should Be Open to an Igbo President, Says Brymo
Nigerian singer Olawale Olofooro, popularly known as Brymo, has said the country should begin having serious conversations about producing a president from the South-East, urging Nigerians to move beyond old divisions and embrace national unity.
The musician made the remarks during a recent interview with Yanga FM Lagos, where he reflected on issues of inclusion, reconciliation and the future of Nigeria’s leadership.
Brymo, who faced criticism during the 2023 election season over comments many perceived as being opposed to an Igbo presidency, appeared to strike a different tone, arguing that the time had come for the country to consider leadership from the region.
According to him, genuine national progress would require Nigerians to put historical grievances behind them and focus on building a more united country.
The singer, however, expressed concern about the security situation in parts of the South-East, warning that persistent instability could complicate conversations around political leadership and national cohesion.
Brymo also alleged that insecurity has increasingly become a tool used by various interests across the country to advance political agendas, a trend he believes poses a threat to Nigeria’s long-term stability.
Speaking on security and regional interests, he commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, claiming that the administration prevented the South-West security outfit, Amotekun, from evolving into a movement that could fuel regional separatist sentiments.
He argued that Nigeria’s unity could come under strain if multiple regions simultaneously contend with armed groups, militancy and separatist tendencies.
The singer maintained that while conversations about an Igbo presidency are important, they must be accompanied by efforts to strengthen security, trust and national integration across the country.
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