YouTuber Emdee Tiamiyu Apologises For Controversial Comments On BBC

Nigerian YouTube sensation Emdee Tiamiyu has issued a heartfelt apology for his recent controversial comments about Nigerian students studying in the United Kingdom during an interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).

The YouTuber took to his YouTube channel on Wednesday to address the backlash he received following the interview, expressing remorse for any offense caused.

Emdee Tiamiyu has built a reputation for providing advice and guidance to Nigerians aspiring to study in the United Kingdom. However, his recent remarks suggested that many Nigerian students were not genuinely seeking new qualifications but rather attempting to escape their lives back home.

Recognizing the negative impact of his comments, Tiamiyu released a video statement on Wednesday morning, seeking to make amends.

He acknowledged that he agreed to the interview with the intention of shedding light on the challenges faced by the black community, both in Nigeria and the UK.

With a sincere tone, Tiamiyu addressed his viewers, saying, “I am doing this from the reflections and the truthfulness of my heart that you have seen in the interview/ news feature. Please, I am sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you.

“If what you have seen being circulated has made you uncomfortable in any way at all, I am sorry, deeply and sincerely sorry.

“And why do I say sorry, because for whatever pain that you feel, I feel even more, because if I meet you in person if we were able to sit in the same space, probably engage, there is nothing in my heart for you other than love, progress and positive support. People who know me in the world know that this is what I have got.

“There is no other motivation than to grant an interview to speak on the challenges that we genuinely face as a black community back at home and also in the UK.”

Watch his apology video below:

The Nigerian YouTuber’s comments sparked widespread controversy and criticism from viewers, many of whom felt his statements undermined the aspirations and dreams of Nigerian students studying abroad.

However, Tiamiyu’s prompt apology demonstrates his willingness to acknowledge his mistake and rectify the situation.

The video apology, which has since garnered thousands of views and numerous comments, has received mixed reactions from the public. Some have commended Tiamiyu for his sincerity and willingness to address the issue, while others maintain that further actions should be taken to make amends.

As the controversy surrounding Emdee Tiamiyu’s remarks continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact his reputation and future endeavors.

Nevertheless, his public apology serves as a reminder of the importance of thoughtful and responsible communication, especially on platforms with significant reach and influence.