Seyi Law Faces Backlash After Referring To Rhodes-Vivour ‘As Son Of A Slave’

The Nigerian entertainment and political worlds collided in controversy involving comedian Seyi Law and politician Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour.

Seyi Law, a prominent figure in African comedy, especially on social media with over 461,150 likes on his Facebook page, faced backlash for remarks about Rhodes-Vivour’s family background.

Rhodes-Vivour, an architect, activist, and politician, contested as the Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate for Lagos State in the 2023 elections, despite his MIT education.

Seyi Law’s controversial comment referred to Rhodes-Vivour as “the son of a returned slave who decided to stay in Lagos,” made in response to a social media post, sparking widespread criticism.

Critics condemned Seyi Law for using derogatory language and exploiting sensitive historical contexts, intensifying scrutiny over his statement.

The backlash extends beyond Seyi Law’s comments, resonating with broader issues in Lagos’s diverse social and political landscape.

Lagos, celebrated for its cosmopolitanism and rich history, has witnessed political tensions, particularly regarding identity and belonging.

Seyi Law’s claim of being “more of a stakeholder in Lagos” than Rhodes-Vivour, alongside his derogatory remarks, ignited discussions on inclusivity and respect for historical narratives in Nigerian politics.

This incident also sheds light on Seyi Law’s political stance, including his past endorsement of Bola Tinubu amidst Nigeria’s economic challenges, for which he later apologized.

The apology, disclosed by Nigerian singer Eedris Abdulkareem, underscores the complexities of celebrity involvement in political endorsements and the potential repercussions of such actions.

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