Abisi Emmanuel Ezechukwu, better known online as Nasty Blaq, has responded to claims that he has endorsed Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
These accusations surfaced when his pictures with an associate and Atiku went viral on social media.
Nasty Blaq clarified the image in a statement, saying that the pictures of Atiku that have gone viral were taken during a recent visit that allowed them to interact with election stakeholders.
The 25-year-old claimed they also met with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to determine how to get young people involved in politics and to channel their power for good.
He added that it is ridiculous for anyone to suggest that he has endorsed parties or candidates, hence people should stop spreading falsehoods about him.
The statement reads: “I have been informed that some posts going round social media have suggested I endorsed political candidates for the upcoming general elections.
“I would like to state VERY CLEARLY that I HAVE NOT ENDORSED ANY CANDIDATE OR PARTY!
“As a young Nigerian, I am doing my own bit to contribute to the political process. Recently I joined other public figures to explore ways of engaging with stakeholders in the election process. We have had several meetings with political aspirants and even the Independent National Election Commission. Our goal is to channel our influence to good, and find ways to better ascertain how young people can participate in the political process, and in a healthy way.
“It is ridiculous that anyone suggests I have endorsed parties or candidates from opposing parties. As a public figure, I understand the importance of clarity and transparency. On this note, I ask any and every one spreading these falsehood about me stop IMMEDIATELY.”