Ozonna Soludo, son of the Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has stirred widespread reactions after releasing a new music video in which he delivers a scathing critique of Nigeria’s political leadership, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, while lamenting the country’s worsening socio-economic conditions.
The song, which has been circulating widely on social media, adopts a protest theme, with Ozonna using music as a platform to express frustration over the state of the nation. Throughout the video, he repeatedly declares “shame unto them,” directing his criticism at political leaders whom he accuses of failing to improve the welfare of ordinary Nigerians.
The artist, who has built a reputation as a musician and creative personality, combines contemporary Afro-fusion sounds with socially conscious lyrics, touching on issues such as economic hardship, poor governance, inequality, corruption, and the struggles faced by young Nigerians.
In the video, Ozonna makes direct reference to President Tinubu while questioning the country’s current direction. He portrays the widening gap between the political class and ordinary citizens, suggesting that many Nigerians continue to bear the burden of rising living costs, unemployment, insecurity, and declining economic opportunities.
The song also criticises what it describes as a culture of political impunity and unfulfilled promises, with the repeated refrain of “shame unto them” serving as a condemnation of leaders whom the singer believes have failed to meet the expectations of the people.
Beyond the criticism of the President, the lyrics appear to target the broader political establishment, accusing those in positions of authority of neglecting the aspirations of citizens while enjoying the privileges of public office.
The release has attracted significant attention because Ozonna is the son of a serving state governor. His father, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has been a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and currently serves as Governor of Anambra State.
Observers note that the song represents an unusual instance in which the child of a high-ranking public official openly criticises the country’s political leadership through music, a development that has generated extensive debate online.
Since the video emerged, Nigerians on social media have expressed differing opinions. While some users praised Ozonna for using his platform to speak on issues affecting citizens, others questioned the timing of the release and pointed to the fact that his father is also part of Nigeria’s political leadership.
Supporters argued that music has historically served as a vehicle for social commentary and political expression, drawing parallels with legendary Nigerian musicians who used their art to challenge authority and advocate for accountability.
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Critics, however, maintained that meaningful change requires action from leaders at all levels of government, including state administrations, rather than criticism directed solely at the Federal Government.
As of the time of this report, neither the Presidency nor the Anambra State Government had issued any official reaction to the song or the issues raised in its lyrics.
The release adds to a growing trend of Nigerian musicians using their creative works to comment on governance, economic hardship and national development, themes that have increasingly dominated public discourse amid the country’s current economic challenges.
The music video continues to gain traction across digital platforms, with many Nigerians debating both its message and its significance, particularly given Ozonna Soludo’s family background and his willingness to publicly criticise members of the nation’s political class.
