By Charles Pemu 
LAGOS – The ever-controversial entertainer and social activist, Charly Boy (also known as Area Fada), ignited a major debate across social media platforms after he posted an explosive quote on his X handle, which he attributed to former Minister of Defence, General T.Y. Danjuma.
The quote sharply contrasted the characteristics of the Igbo and Yoruba ethnic groups, quickly drawing strong reactions from users across Nigeria.
The Controversial Comparison
Charly Boy’s post cited Danjuma as making a bold claim regarding intellectual and political courage:
“What an Igbo man sees with his eyes closed, a Yoruba professor cannot see even with his eyes wide open,” the quote read.
The attributed statement then went on to explain the alleged political dynamic between the groups: “The only reason the Fulani and Hausa still love the Yorubas is because they are natural-born followers, always afraid to stand up for what they truly believe in. Unlike the Igbos, who question everything — and that questioning spirit is what makes them truly human.”
Charly Boy further highlighted the concluding points of the controversial statement, which reframed Nigeria’s challenges away from religion or tribe and towards issues of courage and truth.
The quote asserted: “The Igbos are fearless seekers of truth; they challenge power and question lies. That’s why they are misunderstood, yet they remain the backbone of progress in this country.”
The post, under the Charly Boy Danjuma Tribal Comments umbrella, immediately sparked outrage, particularly among Yoruba users, while resonating with others who lauded the call for courage and truth-seeking in leadership.
While Charly Boy frequently uses his platform to amplify polarizing social and political commentary, the veracity of the quote’s attribution to General T.Y. Danjuma has not been independently verified. Nonetheless, the post has succeeded in driving a fierce, albeit sensitive, conversation about ethnic roles and political dynamics in Nigeria.