Kiddwaya, popular Big Brother Naija reality show star and billionaire heir, is under fire for soliciting monetary donations from Nigerians.
DAILY POST reports that Kiddwaya on Wednesday launched a donation drive through his NGO to assist the victims of the Benue massacre.
Kiddwaya, in an appeal shared on X, called on the public to donate what they could, from N500 to N500,000. “At the Kiddwaya Foundation, we’re mobilizing resources to provide food, shelter, and essential support to those affected. But we can’t do it alone; we need your help.”;
His call for donations met with backlash following his constant display of wealth and flamboyant lifestyle on the internet.
Reacting to the criticism, Kiddwaya took to his page to delete the viral post.
DAILY POST reports that over 200 people died after being burnt alive on Friday night/Saturday morning during a Fulani herdsmen attack in Yelewata community in Benue State.
See some reactions below:
@_itsoyin wrote: “Kiddwaya trying to scam Nigerians is what I never expected to see. Nigerians are going through it.”;
@ArakunrinSugar wrote: “It’s touching, really. A man with enough cash to light cigars with hundred-dollar bills has suddenly discovered the power of community fundraising. How noble. Only in Nigeria, where the rich perform charity and the poor pay the ticket price.”;
@Ndubuisi_23 wrote: “When it’s time to show wealth and flamboyant living, Kiddwaya will be at the forefront, showing the world how wealthy he and his family are. But when it’s time to help the people of Benue, Kiddwaya will need people to contribute N500 and N500k.”;
@AndyjnrUmaru wrote: “Kiddwaya, billionaire pikin, dey ask for general donation for Benue, with all the lavish lifestyle. E still get plenty things wey we never understand. One day, truth go commot.”;
