Nigerian comedian and actor, AY Makun has publicly addressed critics of Super Eagles star, Alex Iwobi, who has since subjected him to cyberbullying.
The Super Eagles footballer had to erase his Instagram account owing to relentless abuse from Nigerians who pestered him over his supposed poor showing at the 2023 AFCON tournament.
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In response, AY Makun provided photographs of Alex Iwobi’s role in the Super Eagles’ successful qualification for the African Cup of Nations, even as he painted the negative consequences of cyberbullying.
He lamented the abuse of Alex Iwobi by Nigerians and wondered why other Nigerian international stars refused to represent their country.
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The comedian encouraged Nigerians to quit criticising the sportsman and instead send him their love.
His words: “Anyone can become a victim of cyberbullying. Malicious information posted on the Internet can spread far and wide at an instant, and it is always difficult to be deleted completely. The immediacy of the spread makes it hard for victims to defend themselves or take precautions. The harm caused by cyberbullying is always ignored by computer or mobile phone users.
“It is so sad to see how you all have exhibited various forms of cyberbullying on a young man whose only crime was to come and represent his father land. Tomorrow, you all will still be wondering why the likes of Saka and others are never going to play for Nigeria?
“It’s time to think beyond your personal interests and look at the negative effects of your evil actions. Let’s help promote a culture of care and respect on the Internet and prevent cyberbullying. Kindly share a ❤️ for @alexanderiwobi on this post.
”NOTE: Dear Fair weather and forgetful fans. The different slides are designed to refresh your selfish memories,” he wrote.
See his post below: