Pop star Iyanya is standing by his decision to gift ₦500,000 to a nurse who was mocked online for showing up to work during a nationwide strike. The nurse, Mrs. Guobadia, became a trending topic after a video surfaced of her colleagues ridiculing her for not joining the strike action.
Reacting on social media, Iyanya praised her dedication and said she deserved to be appreciated for putting patients first. According to him, she didn’t choose her profession just for money but to save lives. He then publicly asked for help in locating her, saying he wanted to support her with half a million naira.
While some fans supported his gesture and called Mrs. Guobadia a symbol of commitment, others dragged Iyanya online. Critics accused him of encouraging behavior that weakens the power of collective action during protests. One comment suggested that while his generosity was welcome, it shouldn’t be framed as a reward for ignoring group struggles.
Iyanya didn’t hold back in responding. He questioned why people would defend bullying someone simply for choosing to do her job. He maintained that whatever reason she had for not joining the strike, it didn’t justify the public humiliation she faced.
Eventually, the singer confirmed that he had spoken to the nurse and transferred the money. He also made it clear that he had no regrets about his decision. “It’s my money,” he said, adding that he felt led to support her regardless of public opinion.
The act has sparked heated debate online, with many Nigerians split between celebrating individual sacrifice and supporting collective labor action. Regardless, Iyanya has made his stance clear—and he’s not backing down.
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