On-air character, popularly generally known as Nedu Wazobia, has addressed current controversies surrounding his function on the Sincere Bunch podcast.
Talking at a information convention on Thursday in Lagos, Nedu clarified that he was not fired however selected to step down on account of mounting strain and controversies.
Nedu emphasised that everybody had the suitable to specific their opinions and react to points.
Nevertheless, he harassed that it in the end boiled right down to what the general public needed to imagine.
“Somewhat than partaking in petty fights, I’ve determined to clear the air by stepping away from the present,” he stated.
Addressing allegations that he was the catalyst for issues on the Sincere Bunch present, Nedu defined that his function was to play the ‘satan’s advocate’.
“My function on the podcast is to make friends really feel comfy whereas encouraging thought-provoking discussions.
“My job was to ask questions that will spark controversies and debates, which I efficiently completed.”
The Information Company of Nigeria stories that the controversy started when DeeOne, a actuality star and comic, alleged on the podcast that social media critic, VeryDarkMan, VDM, had intimate relationships with males.
VDM responded by accusing Nedu of orchestrating the allegations and leaking personal conversations between them.
The social media critic additionally accused Nedu of sexual exploitation, stating that he had confided in Nedu about ladies he had allegedly slept with.
On February 14, amid controversy surrounding allegations on the podcast, Nedu stepped down.
Nevertheless, rumours circulated that he was fired from the podcast because of the controversy.
Nedu reiterated his need to keep away from conflicts with anybody and introduced his choice to step away from internet hosting the Sincere Bunch present.
He emphasised that his focus was on sustaining a optimistic and respectful public picture.
In a stunning flip, Nedu additionally introduced that he would now not be reachable or accessible to the general public.
“To be sincere, I’m accomplished being good. My niceness has been taken as a right, and I’ve been abused by individuals who declare to be my associates.
“I’m bored with getting used and brought benefit of.
“I respectfully ask that when you have my quantity, please delete it. I don’t need to be reachable or accessible anymore.
“I must maintain myself and prioritise my well-being. The good a part of Nedu is lifeless and buried. I’m now not going to be a pleasant man; I’m accomplished being good,” he stated.
Nedu’s administration staff additionally condemned the current accusations and assaults on his character.
“The accusations towards Nedu are now not simply petty points; they’ve crossed a line. We won’t tolerate any additional assaults on his character.
“Attorneys will probably be taking motion, and vital processes will probably be undertaken to handle these false accusations,” the administration stated.NAN
