Singer Eedris Abdulkareem Feels Vindicated as Nigeria Remains ‘Jaga Jaga’
Appearing on Channels TV on Sunday, January 12th, singer Eedris Abdulkareem expressed his sense of vindication 18 years after releasing his popular song, ‘Nigeria Jaga Jaga’.
The song, released in 2002, spotlighted corruption and suffering in Nigeria, sparking considerable controversies. Despite being banned from radio by the Federal Government, the song continued to be played in nightclubs. The term ‘Jaga Jaga’ used in the song refers to something in a state of chaos or disarray.
During the interview, Eedris shared:
“In 2002, I released Nigeria Jaga Jaga, and the former president appeared on national TV, stating that the boy who sang that song, his father and his family are jaga jaga. I was very pleased that my message reached the president. I was also plea...