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Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has publicly criticized the reception of American streamer IShowSpeed in Lagos on January 27, 2026. He described the Nigeria leg of the tour as the “worst” and lamented the prevalence of begging and fake lifestyles over genuine cultural display.
The recent visit of American YouTuber IShowSpeed to Nigeria has triggered a wave of self-reflection among local celebrities. While fans cheered the streamer’s antics, some observers felt the tour exposed unflattering sides of the country.
On January 27, 2026, actor Kunle Remi took to social media to share his disappointment. He stated that the country performed poorly compared to other nations the streamer has visited recently.
’Stripped Lagos naked’
Remi did not hold back his feelings regarding the events in Lagos. He argued that the visit peeled back the layers of the city to reveal emptiness.
The actor noted that once the surface layers were removed, nothing of substance remained. He wrote that “we just really stripped Lagos naked” and found that there was nothing underneath the clothes.
He expressed deep concern that the nation has lost its identity. According to him, the people have abandoned their “essence of culture” and their truth.
Complaints of begging and fake life
The movie star listed specific issues that ruined the experience for him. He pointed out that the social scene now offers very little value.
Remi claimed that all Lagos has to offer is “fake drinks” and clubbing. He also highlighted the embarrassing behavior of people using “beggy beggy skills” during the tour.
This critique aligns with other reactions, as social commentator Solomon Buchi slams organizers for the chaos surrounding the visit. Both figures seem to agree that the event lacked proper structure and dignity.
A harsh verdict
The actor concluded that Nigeria currently sits at the bottom of his list for the tour. He found the display disheartening after watching the streamer’s journey so far.
This sentiment comes at a time when rivalries are high. Fans were already on edge after IShowSpeed rates Ghana jollof during his travels in the region.
Remi’s comments have forced a conversation about how Nigeria presents itself to the world. Many now question if the culture of begging has overshadowed the country’s rich heritage.
