After the sentencing of four British Nigerians to 54 years in prison for violent phone robberies in London, some online users turned the tragedy into mockery. One sarcastic comment read, “The Yorubas are doing well. They are representing Nigeria positively!”
This statement, though seemingly humorous, is highly inappropriate. It mocks a serious crime and fuels tribal tension by linking criminal behavior to an ethnic group. Making light of such wrongdoing not only disrespects victims but also normalizes negative stereotypes. Crime should be condemned, not turned into a tribal joke.
Red flag 🚩: When people use sarcasm to justify or mock evil, it stops being humor — it becomes hate.
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