Isaac Fayose has sparked outrage on social media following a controversial statement attributed to him about the Igbo ethnic group.
In the remark circulating online, Fayose claimed he was grateful not to be Igbo, alleging that the tribe could easily be influenced with money and power. The statement has drawn strong reactions, with many Nigerians condemning it as divisive and offensive.
The comment has since fueled heated debates across social media platforms, with critics accusing Fayose of promoting ethnic stereotyping and hate speech. Others have called for restraint and urged public figures to be more mindful of their words, especially in a country as diverse as Nigeria.
“Thank God I’m not Igbo by tribe. That tribe is so easy to buy with m0ney just hold m0ney and p0wer and they will follow you like a puppy d0g,” He was heard saying in the video.
As of the time of this report, Isaac Fayose has not issued an apology or clarification regarding the statement.
“Thank God I’m not Igbo by tribe. That tribe is so easy to buy with m0ney — just hold m0ney and p0wer and they will follow you like a puppy d0g,” — Isaac Fayose says. 👀 pic.twitter.com/eQDvaztQOP
— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) February 10, 2026