American rapper Azealia Banks has ignited a fierce controversy by declaring she “can’t love Nigeria,” dismissing the global Afrobeats genre and culture while simultaneously calling for freedom for the Indigenous People of Biafra.Read Full Original.
During a podcast appearance, Banks criticized Afrobeats, singled out artists, and made remarks about Nigerian identity that have sparked widespread backlash across social media.
Key Points:
Azealia Banks stated she “can’t love Nigerians as they want to be loved” and criticized the country’s cultural foundations
She dismissed Afrobeats, calling artist Rema a “skinny little boy” while offering selective praise for Tiwa Savage
Her description of the word “Nigeria” as sounding like “nigga’ria” triggered immediate outrage
In a contentious pivot, she voiced support for the secessionist group IPOB, calling for their freedom
The comments have drawn intense criticism online, with many Nigerians defending their culture and music
Critics accuse Banks of provocation, ignorance, and interference in complex national politics
The rapper’s history of controversial statements about African and global cultures added fuel to the reaction.Read Full Original.
Sources: Cheapy’s Two Cents Podcast, Notjustok