Remi Tinubu sparks debate after urging Nigerians to start akara, corn businesses
Nigerian First Lady Oluremi Tinubu faces social media backlash after suggesting that citizens start small-scale businesses like selling roasted corn or akara to improve their livelihoods. She defended the government's grant-based approach to economic empowerment.
Why it matters
The comments highlight the disconnect between government officials and the economic struggles faced by the average Nigerian citizen.
Layer 1 First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has come under fire on social media after encouraging Nigerians to consider small-scale ventures such as selling akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli, saying the businesses require little capital to begin.
The article reports on the controversy by presenting both the First Lady's statements and the public reaction.
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