Nigerian musician and activist Eedris Abdulkareem has had his Facebook and Instagram accounts suspended by Meta, the management of the microblogging site. The suspension occurred less than a week after Abdulkareem released a new single, “Open Letter to Donald Trump,” on November 29, 2025, under his label, Lakreem Entertainment. The song, which was initially released on TikTok, addresses US President Donald Trump, appealing for his intervention to help resolve Nigeria’s security challenges.
In the song, Abdulkareem critiques Nigeria’s political elite, describing them as “criminals of all shades and hues” who enrich themselves while citizens suffer from insecurity, kidnappings, killings, and terrorism. The musician positions the song as an effort to bring global attention to Nigeria’s deepening crises. This is not the first time Abdulkareem has used his music to challenge authorities. In April 2025, he released “Tell Your Papa,” a song that called out Seyi Tinubu and asked him to relay Nigerians’ suffering to his father, President Bola Tinubu.
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) subsequently banned “Tell Your Papa” for allegedly violating Nigeria’s Broadcasting Code. Abdulkareem has a history of using his music to speak out against social issues. In 2004, his song “Jaga Jaga” was banned by then-President Olusegun Obasanjo, but it later became an underground anthem. The suspension of Abdulkareem’s social media accounts has sparked interest in his music and message, with many looking to understand the context behind the suspension.
As a prominent musician and activist, Abdulkareem’s music often addresses social and political issues in Nigeria. His songs have been known to spark conversations and debates about the country’s challenges and the role of its leaders. The suspension of his social media accounts has limited his ability to share his message with his followers, but it has also drawn attention to his music and the issues he addresses. Abdulkareem’s case highlights the complexities of social media regulation and the impact it can have on freedom of expression.