Reality TV star and actress Erica Nlewedim has sparked heated conversations online after a video emerged of her having difficulty speaking the Igbo language.
The footage, which went viral on Monday, shows the former BBNaija contestant stumbling during a brief attempt to converse in her native tongue, leaving fans surprised and, in some cases, disappointed.
Social media users quickly criticized Erica, accusing her of being disconnected from her heritage and bringing embarrassment to the Igbo community.
Refusing to stay silent, Erica responded with a bold statement on X (formerly Twitter), where she called out the Igbo community for lacking unity and support among themselves.
She wrote: “Look at my Igbo people in the comments showing how much they hate their own. Continue but please don’t complain when others don’t show you love! Cos you can’t be so openly divided against your own people and expect trust from outsiders!”
Kehinde Ayanboade
Kehinde Ayanboade is an award-winning journalist, brand designer, and the Managing Editor and Publisher of Naija Metro News. With over eight years of experience in political reporting, state assembly coverage, and media strategy, his work covers Nigerian politics, metropolitan developments, and cultural history.
