Simi Voices Support for Anti-Tax Hike Protests in Kenya

Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, known as Simi, has voiced her support for the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya. Kenyan youths have been demonstrating against the proposed tax increases, with widespread protests under the banner ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’

Amnesty Kenya reported that on Tuesday, police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi, resulting in five deaths and dozens of injuries.

In response, Simi expressed her solidarity with the demonstrators on her X handle. She stated, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. #RejectFinanceBill2024.”

In additional posts, she remarked, “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable. African leaders – haven’t you done enough? I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”