Ifeanyi Okowa: Increase in hate speech is because of economic recession ~ Sportty

Ifeanyi Okowa: Increase in hate speech is because of economic recession

The current economic recession in the country has been blamed for the rise in hate speech, by the Delta state Governor Ifeanyi Okowa.

The governor however advised citizens to engage the Nigerian state peacefully, rather than engage in hate speeches that generates tension.

Okowa stated that when hate speeches are heard outside Nigeria, it will dissuade potential investors from investing in the country Ifeanyi Okowa, the governor of Delta state, has stated that the recent increase in hate speech across the country is caused by the current economic recession.

According to reports, the governor made his comments during a courtesy visit by members of the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) in Asaba, on Wednesday August 30.