Rapper Vector Criticizes Use Of Eyo Masquerade In “Gangs Of Lagos” Movie

In the lengthy article, Vector continued by criticizing the use of the Eyo as a gang or criminal organization in the film, claiming that the film would still have been enjoyable even if the Eyo had not been utilized in the manner it was in the big-budget production. Adding a video of himself from one of the Eyo events to the post,

In his writing, Vector said,

I was born at the Onikan health center, lafiaji, Lagos island and all i have seen during the Eyo festival every time they’re out is, they stop by at ours and prayed wishing prosperity for my family.

Most of our friends like the Olugbani’s who are direct Eyo Ologede gatekeepers ( @hypeengine_mcbalo ) are not gun shooting criminals using culture as a disguise.

As teenagers, i’ve had friends (underneath the regalia )chase me with the staff ( Opambata ) because i knew they would take advantage and show me shege lol.

My idea of what the Bajulaiye is is totally different from murderous criminality.

Going by what the term gang means, it is disrespectful to define the Eyo in the same light.

In light of what i have experienced about Eyo, i wish prosperity to the hands that have labored although the movie would still be good without referring to Eyo as a (criminal) “gang” in lagos.

There is a reason they say “mo yo fun e, mo yo fun araa mi”

in English,

rejoicing with you,

Is rejoicing with myself.

Eyo is not a criminal organization.