Eedris Abdulkareem
Eedris Abdulkareem is a prominent Nigerian rapper and activist known for his socially conscious lyrics and bold commentary on political and societal issues in Nigeria. He rose to fame in the early 2000s with his hit songs that often address the struggles and realities faced by ordinary Nigerians. Abdulkareem is also recognized for his willingness to confront authority through his music, making him a significant figure in the Nigerian hip-hop scene. Recently, his song 'Tell Your Papa' gained attention for its critique of socio-economic conditions in Nigeria, leading to its ban by the National Broadcasting Commission due to its objectionable content.
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Eedris Abdulkareem encouraged Micho Tello to talk more about the hardship in the country.
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Eedris Abdulkareem's song criticized the suffering of Nigerians under Tinubu's presidency.
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Eedris Abdulkareem’s song 'Tell Your Papa' was banned for allegedly violating public decency standards.
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Eedris is a hip-hop singer whose song criticizing the Tinubu administration was banned.
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Eedris Abdulkareem's track, 'Tell Your Papa', was banned by the NBC.
NBC’s ban on ‘Tell Your Papa’ beyond free speechNigeria· 2025-04-17
Eedris Abdulkareem's song 'Tell Your Papa' was banned by the government, which has been criticized as an attack on freedom of speech.
Afenifere faction slams FG over ban on Eedris Abdulkareem's song, 'Tell Your Papa'Nigeria· 2025-04-17
Eedris Abdulkareem's song 'Tell Your Papa' has resonated with many Nigerians as a protest against the government's actions.
Reverse ban on ‘Tell Your Papa’Nigeria· 2025-04-16
Eedris Abdulkareem's song was banned by the National Broadcasting Commission for being critical of the government.
Why ban of Eedris’ song is dictatorial and unwiseNigeria· 2025-04-15
Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest track, 'Tell Your Papa,' has recorded a remarkable milestone despite being banned by the National Broadcasting Commission.
Eedris Abdulkareem’s anti-Tinubu song gains streams as Soyinka slams NBCNigeria· 2025-04-14
Eedris Abdulkareem is a musician and outspoken government critic who created a song critical of President Tinubu.
A song critical of Nigeria’s president is barred from airwaves | Entertainment
Jamaica· 2025-04-13Eedris Abdulkareem's protest song was banned, which Soyinka criticized as a threat to free expression.
Wole Soyinka slams NBC for banning Eedris Abdulkareem's protest songNigeria· 2025-04-13Eedris Abdulkareem has claimed that he was offered a bribe to keep attacking the current government, which he rejected.
Eedris Abdulkareem allegedly rejects N200m bribeNigeria· 2025-04-12
Eedris Abdulkareem's lyrics slam President Bola Tinubu and urge his influential son, Seyi, to let his father know 'people are dying' through hardship and insecurity.
Nigeria bans airing of song criticising president
Ghana· 2025-04-11Artist Eedris Abdulkareem's lyrics slam President Bola Tinubu and urge his influential son, Seyi, to let his father know 'people are dying' through hardship and insecurity.
Nigeria government bans Eedris Abdulkareem's song criticising President Tinubu
United Kingdom· 2025-04-11Eedris Abdulkareem is a Nigerian rapper whose song was banned by the National Broadcasting Commission.
NBC ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song unconstitutional – Amnesty – Punch NewspapersNigeria· 2025-04-11
Eedris Abdulkareem is a popular rapper whose song 'Tell Your Papa' has been banned by the NBC for its objectionable nature.
PMAN faults NBC ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s anti-Tinubu songNigeria· 2025-04-11
Eedris Abdulkareem is a veteran rapper whose song 'Tell Your Papa' was banned by the NBC for its objectionable nature.
NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem's protest song 'Tell Your Papa' from radio, TVNigeria· 2025-04-10