Afrobeats artist Seun Kuti sparked conversation when he questioned why footballers make millions while essential workers earn much less.
He pointed out that during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, society managed without footballers, but essential workers were crucial in keeping everyone safe.
Seun believes it’s unjust for footballers to have such high salaries, especially when many young boys in his community play football without any pay.
“Collecting millions to chase ball around field, footballers are making millions weekly. Why should footballers be paid better than nurse and doctors? It’s not fair “ Seun said.
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The singer’s statement comes after Rodri, a midfielder for Manchester City, warned about a possible strike among footballers.
Rodri stated that players across Europe think a strike is the right action if the crowded schedule doesn’t change.
See some comments below:
@sammytexhair: “I really think teachers , nurses and doctors should be paid higher than any other profession.”
@oluwakemi._o: “True son of his father A critical thinker facts he said.”
@hb_enter: “They provide you entertainment so that you can never discover the wall of the big prison, it’s called the matrix lol.”
@leenpapii: “I support the players, ordinary gym una no fit go una dey talk sht. Just play 10mins of football make you understand strength no be mouth o, these guys train weekly and still play 2x most weeks and then get injured and the career is gone , if you’re not in their shoes don’t say anything pls.”
@onaziogenyi: “This is what you get when topic to talk don finish.. Baba rest… no even go there..”
@arainfilms: “Football wey dey cure BP. dey play.”
