{
  "id": 16448785,
  "title": "Fans berate popular Plateau gospel artiste over song calling Remi Tinubu 'mother of poor'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/fans-berate-popular-plateau-gospel-artiste-over-song-calling-remi",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T08:12:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/25/fans-berate-popular-plateau-gospel-artiste-over-song-calling-remi-ti/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Plateau gospel singer Ezra Jinang stirred controversy after releasing a song praising Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu, as the \"Mother of the Poor.\" Jinang, a pastor and Special Assistant on Entertainment to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, dropped the track ahead of the APC convention in Kaduna, but backlash was swift and severe. Critics argue that the title is inappropriate given the widespread poverty and hardships faced by Nigerians. Some believe Jinang has abandoned his gospel calling to become a political mouthpiece, while others see it as a betrayal of his duty to address the suffering in his home state of Plateau. Jinang's fans have been vocal in their disapproval, questioning the message behind the song and suggesting that it is more about seeking favor than promoting truth and justice.",
  "summary": "Popular Plateau gospel artiste, Ezra Jinang, has come under serious criticism and vilification on social media after he dropped a new song extolling the virtues of Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu, calling her the 'Maman Talakawa', which translates to 'Mother of the Poor.' Jinang, who is also a pastor, and a Special Assistant on Entertainment […] Fans berate popular Plateau gospel artiste over…",
  "key_points": [
    "Critics argue the title is inappropriate due to widespread poverty in Nigeria.",
    "Jinang's fans berate him, questioning the message and suggesting political motives."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The backlash against the gospel singer suggests that using religious platforms to praise political figures risks alienating audiences who view such tributes as a betrayal of spiritual and social duties.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}