A comment stating, “Don’t mind the fake life of my Naija people,” was made in response to a video of a lady expressing her wish to be Nigerian. This type of response dismisses genuine admiration and replaces it with cynicism. Rather than appreciating the positive perception others may have of Nigeria, it reduces the country and its people to stereotypes of “fake living.”
Comments like this discourage national pride and fuel negativity. When someone expresses admiration for a culture or nation, it’s an opportunity to celebrate the good qualities that make that place unique. Instead of injecting doubt, it’s better to embrace positive sentiments and move away from the trend of dismissing one’s own people. Positivity builds unity, while cynicism only deepens divides.
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