Nigerian singer Brymo has called for renewed national reconciliation and urged Nigerians to consider the possibility of an Igbo presidency, while also warning that ongoing insecurity in the South-East could complicate the political landscape.
Brymo, who faced backlash during the 2023 election cycle over earlier controversial remarks on an Igbo presidency, said it was time for the country to “let go of the past” and embrace unity across ethnic lines.
Speaking in a recent interview on Yanga FM Lagos, the singer argued that Nigeria must move beyond historical grievances and begin to seriously contemplate leadership rotation involving the South-East.
However, he expressed concern that rising insecurity in parts of the South-East could influence political dynamics, alleging that some groups across the country have historically exploited instability as a bargaining tool for political advantage.
According to him, insecurity and militancy in different regions could threaten national cohesion if not addressed, warning that widespread unrest across multiple zones would undermine the country’s stability.
Brymo also praised President Bola Tinubu, claiming that his administration resisted moves that could have allowed the South-West security outfit, Amotekun, to evolve into a separatist structure.
He argued that unchecked regional security formations alongside existing insurgencies could further strain Nigeria’s unity.
“If you want the presidency, start kidnapping and insecurity,” he was quoted as saying, while stressing that such patterns, if left unchecked, could endanger the country’s future cohesion.
Brymo concluded that while an Igbo presidency is a legitimate political aspiration, it must be pursued within a secure and stable national environment.
