A female user recently made a post lamenting how begging and informal solicitation have become normalized across almost every Nigerian institution and organization. Her observation resonated with many who feel constantly pressured for “something for the boys” in places meant to operate on professionalism and public service.
However, one man’s response took a controversial turn: “After Hausa and Yoruba, nah Police beg pass.”
Rather than addressing institutional corruption, the comment shifted into ethnic stereotyping and singled out the police in a crude hierarchy of “who begs the most.” Critics argued that lumping entire ethnic groups into a narrative about begging is both offensive and misleading, while also distracting from the real issue—systemic poverty, weak institutions, and lack of accountability. The remark highlights how serious conversations about national problems are often derailed by tribalism and sweeping generalizations instead of constructive, solution-focused dialogue.
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