
Nigerian food critic Opeyemi Famakin has sparked backlash on social media after claiming that helping wealthy people is better than helping poor people. According to PM News, Famakin defended his position by arguing that rich people tend to appreciate assistance more than poor people do. The remarks drew widespread criticism from Nigerians online, with many users condemning the statement as insensitive and divisive. The controversy generated significant debate across social media platforms.
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