- Kiddwaya, is the son of a Nigerian billionaire.
- He recently faced public criticism for requesting donations to his foundation.
- The donations are intended to support victims of a tragic attack in Benue State.
Terseer Waya, popularly known as Kiddwaya and son of a Nigerian billionaire, has addressed the public outcry that followed his recent donation request.
The former Big Brother Naija housemate had earlier urged Nigerians to contribute to his foundation to support victims of the tragic attack in Benue State. He mentioned that donations as little as ₦500 were welcome to assist those in need.
However, Kiddwaya’s appeal sparked widespread criticism on social media. Many users questioned why someone known for flaunting wealth and luxury was seeking financial aid from the public.
Responding to the backlash days later, Kiddwaya took to his social media platforms to share his perspective. He expressed satisfaction that the criticism was at least drawing attention to the plight of Benue residents. He also criticized Nigerians for being quick to complain online while doing little in real life to effect change.
Clarifying his intentions, Kiddwaya explained that the funds were meant to provide food, clothing, shelter, and medical care for affected families. He also encouraged those in need of support to contact him directly via email so assistance could be properly distributed.
In his caption he wrote:
“1. I’m happy with all the attention I’m getting because it shines the light on how important this Benue crisis is. So thank you TV stations, TVC , Arise, bloggers, to content creators and concerned citizens, I thank you all.
2. We Nigerians are exceptional when it comes to talking on social media but in reality not alot gets done. Pls let’s all take whatever action we can on the recurring security challenges in various parts of the country.
3. While feeding is always a priority for those in need, The generated will NOT wholesomely be used for palliatives this time around. However, I will use the money donated to help some of the families affected (shelter, clothing, feeding, medicine). So, if you have been affected please email us and we will do our best to assist with urgent needs. Alternatively we will look for NGO’s on ground who are dealing with the crisis and funds will be made available to them.”
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Netizens Reactions…
@teewaoflagos:“A woman who lost 5 kids should email you? People who are distraught, angry, sad, in pain should send “Dear Mr Kiddwaya, hope this meets you well…” Should the mail be written in Tiv, Idoma or Igede language??? Boy better MOVE!!!”
@lauretta_egboh:“Affected people should email you??? You see, this is why VDM attacked you today. You haven’t even gone to see your people, at least, pay condolence and give what you can. VDM gave all he had when he visited. This is someone that truly cares.. You for no write this nonsense. It only made you more dense. Do you even have a manager???”
@flexykitchen:“Hi Kiddwaya, Hope this email finds you well. I’m reaching out to you with a humble request from the bottom of my heart. Right now make small thunder fire you.”
@amakazempire:“Go there and see those affected first! You Dey online dey calculate victims akpa amu.”
@omah_skin_care:“People affected should email you ? Like for real ? Ndi oku na agba should email you ? Eeh nwa big man?”
@lizzy_millions:“This boy no get sense. people living in a rural community with mud houses should email you.”
@swt_juie:“It’s really time to report this guy’s account cus he is really sick upstairs email people wey no get phone? Kai”
@princeefue:“Moreover, your post shows you are very far from the reality of those affected. How do you expect the villagers to email you? Reason you need to visit the village to know the reality on ground.”
@_kaybeegram:“Damage control gone wrong. Maybe he meant well but he went about it the wrong way. Asking for donations for your foundation in Nigeria where most foundations are avenues for fraud and funding their luxurious lifestyle. Since he’s an indigenous son of Benue, himself and his foundation should be on ground to sympathize with the people and give the palliatives and support they can. Maybe just maybe others might be inspired to donate through his foundation or other means.”
@lauretta_egboh:”if you’ve been affected, email us”. Let people wey dey underdeveloped community, email you?? Kiddqaya, abeg just go and lie down. This tin wey you dey do no fit you.”
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