A family portrait of former Rivers State governor Nyesom Wike and his family has sparked controversy after a user posted it with a provocative caption. Instead of celebrating success or discussing public service, the uploader wrote: “generational wealth starts from one thief.”
The comment immediately drew backlash for its sweeping accusation and defamatory tone. Critics argued that it reduces complex political and economic realities into a cheap insult, unfairly labeling an entire family as beneficiaries of theft without evidence. Some saw it as an expression of public frustration with Nigerian politicians and corruption, while others warned that such rhetoric fuels hate and misinformation.
Supporters of the post claimed it reflects widespread distrust in political elites, insisting that many fortunes in Nigerian politics are questionable. Still, many users pushed back, saying accountability should be based on facts and due process, not viral insults that stigmatize families and normalize character assassination online.
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