The claim that Brymo said Nigeria should consider an Igbo presidency is false. There is no verified statement from the singer supporting that quote. Reports linked the actual statement to Bashir El-Rufai, not Brymo.
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Did Brymo say Nigeria should consider an Igbo presidency?
No. There is no public record or verified interview where Brymo made that statement.
What is known from 2023 is that Brymo made controversial political comments during the Nigerian presidential election period, but those comments did not include support for an Igbo presidency.
What Brymo actually said about Igbo presidency
During the 2023 election cycle, Brymo argued that an Igbo presidency was unrealistic under the political climate at the time, especially with ongoing Biafra agitation in parts of the South-East.
He also stated that Nigeria could have an Igbo vice president, but not necessarily an Igbo president at that time.
Brymo’s comments about Peter Obi
Brymo publicly rejected support for Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023.
One of his most controversial statements was that he would rather vote for a sick president than vote for Peter Obi. The comment triggered widespread backlash online.
Public reaction and apology
Following heavy criticism, Brymo issued a public apology in January 2023.
He said his words were not meant to insult the Igbo people and acknowledged that his comments were interpreted as offensive by many Nigerians.
Who actually said it is time for an Igbo president?
The statement circulating online in 2026 was linked to Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai.
Reports attributed the comment about an Igbo presidency to him, not Brymo.
How the misinformation spread
The confusion started when social media users shared quotes without checking the original source.
Because Brymo was already involved in political controversy during the 2023 elections, his name was easily attached to unrelated statements.
What Brymo’s political position was in 2023
Brymo publicly supported Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election.
His political comments during that period sparked debates across social media and entertainment platforms.
Fact Check Verdict
False. Brymo did not say “It’s high time for Nigeria to consider an Igbo presidency.”
His documented statements from 2023 show opposition to Peter Obi’s candidacy and controversial views on Igbo presidency at the time. The viral quote belongs to another individual.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Brymo support Peter Obi?
No. Brymo publicly stated that he did not support Peter Obi during the 2023 election.
Did Brymo apologize for his comments?
Yes. Brymo issued an apology in January 2023 after backlash over his remarks.
Did Brymo ever say Nigeria should produce an Igbo president?
No verified source confirms that Brymo made such a statement.
Who made the statement about an Igbo presidency?
The statement was attributed to Bashir El-Rufai in 2026 reports.
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