Go and Compete with My Children

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"Go and Compete with My Children": MC Oluomo Responds to Critics Over His Command of English Language. 


Former Lagos Transport Chief and political figure, Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has responded to online critics who have mocked his command of English. In a video making the rounds on social media, MC Oluomo fired back, saying: “Go and compete with my children,” a remark interpreted as a boast about the academic achievements of his children abroad.


His comment has sparked fresh debate on social media, with one commentator chiming in, “Who good English help?” — a popular Nigerian slang questioning the practical value of speaking polished English in a country where street hustle often trumps formal education.


The exchange highlights a growing generational tension in Nigeria: educated yet unemployed youths versus street-smart individuals who have achieved wealth and influence without traditional academic credentials. Many young Nigerians, disillusioned by a system that often fails to reward education with job opportunities, have become what some describe as “English language police,” using grammar critiques as a form of social protest or coping mechanism.


The question remains: Is MC Oluomo's stance a bold rejection of elitism, or does it reflect a troubling normalization of anti-intellectualism? As Nigeria continues to grapple with youth unemployment and a widening social divide, this debate is far from over.



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