Nollywood actor Tayo Faniran has sparked reactions online after speaking about soldiers who engage in physical confrontations with civilians, arguing that the harsh economic situation may be pushing some military personnel into such actions.
Faniran shared his thoughts while addressing the growing concerns surrounding soldiers who have been seen acting as bouncers or providing security at private events involving civilians.
According to the actor, the public should look beyond the actions of the soldiers and consider the circumstances that may have contributed to their involvement in such activities.
He suggested that financial hardship and hunger could be among the reasons some soldiers take on additional jobs outside their official duties.
“Nobody should blame the soldiers doing bouncers for civilians,” Faniran stated, attributing the situation to hunger and the difficult economic realities facing many Nigerians.
His comments have generated conversations online, with some Nigerians debating the responsibilities of military personnel, the economic challenges confronting workers and the increasing need for people to seek additional sources of income.
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@𝗠⭕𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘀 (𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗩) 📺:”He’s got a good point. When the government of the day cannot guarantee your survival it’s bound to happen. I only blame Nigerian military for not dealing with these wicked politicians”
@YUSREAL 😎🇳🇬:”But their is law against that, Why did such soldier not follow his colleagues step and use mask, He wan make dem know say he dey with celebrities”
@Crypto Apprentice:”If not for fear of the unknown and inability to think outside the box coupled with the present reality of our time, the majority of those you see wearing uniforms will be out there doing something else. I can bet you they took home x3 of their monthly salary from that day’s gig.”
@Vibes & Facts:”I am with soldiers not getting paid enough but rules are rules and if you know the salary isn’t enough for you to follow the rules, then quit. We often don’t take accountability seriously in this country which is quite wrong.”
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