Following the alleged statement by Governor Alex Otti criticizing Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu over the demolition of Igbo-owned properties in Lagos Trade Fair, reactions poured in online. Among them, one extreme comment stood out — “That Lagos governor is nothing but a demon.”
This comment crosses the line from criticism into hate speech. While people are entitled to express displeasure over government actions, resorting to name-calling and demonizing a public official does not promote accountability or constructive discussion. Such language only spreads hostility and undermines the possibility of balanced dialogue about governance and justice.
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