Renowned fashion designer Veekee James has stirred controversy with her remarks following Nigeria’s loss to Ivory Coast in the AFCON 2023 finals. Veekee , who faced criticism for the grandeur of her recent wedding, took a swipe at Nigerians in a now-deleted post.
Amidst the disappointment of the Super Eagles’ defeat, Veekee James asserted that the loss would finally divert Nigerians’ attention away from grumbling about her wedding event. In her words, “At least una go leave me now carry una anger face Super Eagles.”
While attempting to lighten the mood with humor, her statement struck a nerve with many, prompting a second wave of attacks from social media users. The controversy surrounding her post has added another layer to the discussions about the balance between personal celebrations and national sentiments.
Reactions as Veekee James mocks Nigerians following AFCON loss
rosythrone said: “I thought we’ve moved on from her?? She’s just trying to trend in a very bad time cos we fit report her account like this so.”
karenblqk penned: “She enjoys the attention because now we are about to remember her. Female yul edochie.”
egoumez stated: “You like attention bayi…be like I’m wasting my energy defending you. 😒 People wey like online attention don’t last oo…better enter house and enjoy your honeymoon madam attention seeker.”
official_lavish1010 wrote: “B4 u troll just know say marriage na different stages …group stage Dey round 16 Dey quarter final Dey ur game fit cut.”
Debbyqueen25 noted: “But to be honest the post u deleted was unnecessary, I like you but this time u didn’t do well atall, u wouldn’t have rubbed the ball on our faces.”
Agmada36 said: “You are a business person,next time be sensitive with ur post during emotional times like this, some people don’t just with football oo, dey fit use dis one hold u for mind and lastly Nigerian dragging can lead anyone into depression, tread carefully. Love you 🥰.”