02/04/2026
“Say no to religious war. This is not about Christianity or Islam. This is about Nigerians being killed,” he said.
He emphasised that he does not align himself with any religious divide, insisting that his position has always been neutral.
“I am not speaking for Christians or Muslims. I am speaking for people. I don’t care about religion when it comes to human lives,” he added.
Otse also highlighted what he described as a lack of awareness about the scale of violence in northern Nigeria, attributing it partly to limited social media visibility.
“A lot of people don’t even know what is happening in the North. They don’t see it, so they think it is one-sided. But the reality is different,” he said.
He urged Nigerians to avoid generalisations and stereotyping, warning that such tendencies contribute to division and misunderstanding.
The influencer reiterated his call for unity and collective action against insecurity, rather than blame and division.
“We need peace in Jos. We need peace everywhere. People should stop pushing narratives that will divide us further,” he said.
The incident illustrated the powerful role of social media in shaping public discourse during crises, as well as the risks associated with emotionally charged messaging.
While Otse’s initial comments reflected widespread frustration, the backlash point to the need for caution and clarity in public communication, especially in fragile security environments
