Okay, honestly, I get why so many people are freaking out about Aisha Yesufu not making the actual list for a national honour. She’s been all over the news and social media, and a lot of folks see her as someone who fights for regular people’s rights, especially after her activism during END SARS and stuff. I’ve seen my aunt argue with her friends about this, and it's like people either strongly think she deserves it or they’re mad because she’s super critical of the government.

When that fake list went around with her name, it triggered this big debate—like, is the government finally recognizing someone who keeps calling them out, or are they just trying to look good? Then the presidency called the list fake, and boom, everyone’s arguing again. Some are disappointed because they thought maybe, for once, someone brave and a bit controversial would get a legit award. Others are relieved because they feel giving her the honour would be like rewarding someone who’s always bashing the leaders.

In the end, I think people just want justice and recognition to feel fair, and with Aisha Yesufu, you get all these strong opinions from both sides. It’s wild how her name alone can fire up this much drama about who deserves praise and power from the government.