Comrades Urge Musicians To Inspire, Not Mislead Youths

— Slam Eedris Abdulkareem’s new song as divisive and unhelpful

The Concerned Nigerian Comrades have called on musicians and public figures to use their platforms responsibly by inspiring youths rather than misleading them.

The group made this known on Monday during a press briefing in Abuja, where they condemned a newly released song by veteran musician Eedris Abdulkareem titled “Seyi Tell Your Papa.”

Describing the song as “laced with mischief and political undertones,” the group accused Abdulkareem of attempting to malign Seyi, whom they referred to as “a rising youth figure committed to engaging with young Nigerians for national progress.”

“We urge all artists and influencers to rise to the occasion and use their platforms to inspire, not mislead,” said Comrade Agada Noah, coordinator of the group.

Noah said Abdulkareem, once respected for his socially conscious music, had become “a serial critic of every administration—not out of constructive concern, but seemingly for self-promotion and desperate relevance.”

He added that Abdulkareem’s style of “mudslinging masked as activism” was not only misleading but also a distraction from serious national discourse.

“It is shameful that a man of his age and past acclaim would rather fan the flames of discord than contribute meaningfully to youth engagement and nation-building,” he said.

Calling on Abdulkareem to “desist from raising unnecessary dust,” Noah said Nigerian youths are “not deceived,” but are instead “wiser, more united, and focused on building bridges across generations.”

He reaffirmed the group’s commitment to promoting unity, progress, and responsible civic engagement, urging entertainers to contribute to national development through mentorship and constructive actions.

The song “Seyi Tell Your Papa” was released recently by Abdulkareem and has since stirred debate across social media over its content and tone.