Tems faces backlash over new song announcement amid Nigeria’s hardship

Nigerian singer Tems has come under heavy criticism after announcing plans to release a new song at a time when many people feel the country is going through serious challenges.

Some Nigerians say the announcement shows a lack of sensitivity to the current mood in the nation.

The award-winning artiste had earlier taken to Twitter now X to say she would be dropping a new track on Wednesday, describing it as something her fans “need right now.” She wrote: “What you need. Wednesday.”

However, the announcement did not sit well with many Nigerians, who felt the timing was tone-deaf given the country’s prevailing hardships.

Angry fans and followers flooded her comment section, dragging her for promoting music while the nation grapples with serious challenges.

“Dumbass, Nigeria is bleeding, and you’re dropping this,” one user wrote.

Another user said that while he loves Tems, the post exposed a pattern of selfishness among big-shot Nigerian artistes, adding that they appear disconnected from the realities their fans face daily.

Several others echoed similar sentiments, urging the singer to read the room and show solidarity with Nigerians during these trying times.

“This is not the time to drop songs, support our movement, this country dey spoil,” another user wrote.

As of this report, Tems has yet to respond to the wave of criticism.