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Sneaker Nyame Apologizes to Sarkodie for Insulting him During the Occupy Julorbi House Protest
Twitter influencer Foster Kofi Agyapong, widely known as Sneaker Nyame, has issued an unqualified apology to Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie for his involvement in leading a crowd of protestors to insult the musician and his family during the recent OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration.
The controversy unfolded after Sarkodie, who was not present at the protest, took to Twitter to express his support for the genuine grievances of the protesters. In his tweet, Sarkodie commended the “real” protesters who were voicing their concerns about the hardships faced by the citizens, emphasizing the need to focus on the broader issues at hand.
However, a video began circulating on social media showing Sneaker Nyame and other demonstrators singing derogatory chants directed at Sarkodie, including the phrase “Sarkodie Onya eh Gbemi.” This sparked outrage among social media users and raised questions about the true intentions of some protesters during the demonstration.
Watch the footage of Sneaker Nyame and his crew insulting Sarkodie here
Critics argue that the insults hurled at Sarkodie appeared to divert attention from the core issues of the protest, prompting many to question whether Sneaker Nyame and others were genuinely demonstrating against the government or targeting the rapper himself.
Social media was flooded with reactions condemning Sneaker Nyame’s actions and calling for him to publicly apologize to Sarkodie and his family. Many accused him of undermining the protest’s message and resorting to clout-chasing tactics.
Sarkodie’s absence from the protest was explained as he was on a tour in the United States during the demonstration, which raised questions about the appropriateness of targeting him with insults in his absence.
In response to the backlash, Sneaker Nyame issued an apology, acknowledging that emotions had clouded his judgment when he participated in the offensive chants against Sarkodie. Nevertheless, the apology has received mixed reactions, with some still skeptical about the sincerity of his remorse.
The incident has sparked a wider conversation about the role of public figures in social and political movements, with many emphasizing the need to maintain a united front and focus on the issues at hand rather than engaging in personal attacks.
