On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Lagos State became the epicenter of a heated controversy as Prophet Isa El-Buba Condemns Lagos protesters takng to the streets with placards demanding President Donald Trump desist from acting on his threats against Nigeria.
Yet, renowned clergyman Prophet Isa El-Buba publicly criticized these protesters from his official X handle, calling their actions unnecessary and misguided.
According to Prophet El-Buba, protesters lacked real understanding of brutal daily violence in other Nigerian regions
A Call to Witness the Reality
Prophet Isa El-Buba boldly dared Lagos protesters on social media to relocate North, where bullets truly fly and violence is ongoing.
He lamented the gap between those protesting in the South and the harsh lived experiences of many Nigerians in the North.
His words were described by many as blunt but truthful, shedding light on a painful national divide.
Chaos in Northern Nigeria: A Reality Ignored
The North of Nigeria has long been plagued by violence, including deadly attacks by insurgents and other armed groups.
Prophet El-Buba’s anger grew as Lagos protesters ignored brutal daily violence impacting families and communities.
His statement was a critique of what he describes as a performative activism detached from the country’s suffering zones.
The Polarized Response to Trump Threats
The day’s protests, following intense demonstrations in Kano State, were sparked by President Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern.”
This label has alarmed Nigerians across the board, igniting fierce debates and activism from many quarters.
Yet Prophet Isa El-Buba’s message sharply contrasted growing protest support, drawing both wide agreement and fierce Nigerian
Prophet Isa El-Buba’s Spiritual Mandate
His spiritual insight, honed through years of fasting, prayer, and persecution, compels him to speak on both spiritual and socio-political issues.
His call to experience the true hardship rather than protest from comfort zones was a direct challenge to many, demanding authentic engagement.
A Sharp Critique of Southern Activism
To many, the Lagos protests appeared disconnected from the pressing reality.
This criticism highlighted the urgent need for Nigerians, especially Southerners, to seek deeper understanding, not ignore suffering.
His statements have amplified regional tensions but also sparked vital conversations.
Social Media Divided on El-Buba’s Provocation
Social media exploded with reactions to the Prophet.
Supporters applauded his courage and honesty, praising him for exposing the truth behind uncomfortable national issues.
Meanwhile, critics condemned him for dismissing peaceful civic expression and for his sharp tone.
Wahalaupdate’s Call to Reflect and Act
This incident underscores the fractured nature of Nigeria’s socio-political landscape, divided by geography, ideology, and experience.
Wahalaupdate urges readers to go beyond surface-level protests and engage genuinely with the diverse realities Nigerians face.
The conversation about President Trump’s threats must involve all Nigerian regions and respect the daily lived experiences of violence victims.
Join us in the discussion, amplify truths, and help push for realistic solutions.
