Kunle Afolayan Slams Nigeria’s High Rate of Incompetence, Calls for Better Work Ethic

Renowned Nigerian Film Producer Kunle Afolayan has voiced his frustration over the growing problem of incompetence in the country, expressing deep concern over how it affects the workforce. The acclaimed director took to Instagram to share his views, highlighting the irony that many people complain about unemployment but fail to deliver when they finally secure a job.

In a candid post, Afolayan wrote: “I am so saddened by the high level of incompetence in our beloved country. A lot of people cry about not having a job, but when they get one, how efficient are they at it? I’m so pissed.”

Industry Colleagues React to Afolayan’s Concerns

Afolayan’s sentiments resonated with many of his colleagues, who shared similar frustrations with the state of professionalism in Nigeria. Actress Biola Bayo recounted her experiences, commenting: “Come ask me o. They’ll apply for jobs, call for an interview and won’t show up. The ones you picked will not resume work, or the one who resumes work doesn’t wanna work.”

TV Personality Stephanie Coker echoed the frustration, revealing, “I spent the whole weekend discussing this,” while comedian Kiekie added, “I am screaming!! This!! It’s alarming!! If you have all the money in this world, you’ll still not get results! The spirit of excellence is zero.”

A Call for Change in Nigeria’s Work Culture

Afolayan’s statement comes as part of a larger conversation on the need for greater efficiency and accountability in Nigerian workplaces. His post has sparked widespread discussions on social media, with many Nigerians agreeing that a lack of professionalism is one of the key challenges hindering the nation’s development.

As the debate continues, there is growing pressure for both employers and employees to address the deep-rooted issues of incompetence and to foster a culture of excellence that can drive success across various industries in Nigeria.