A devoted fan from Benin, Nigeria, passionately defends Rema, the renowned Nigerian singer, shedding light on the significance behind the controversial “demonic” mask donned by the artist during his historic performance at the 02 Arena. Despite breaking records as the youngest Nigerian artist to close the prestigious venue, Rema sparked controversy with unusual imagery, leading some online users to associate him with the Illuminati secret society. A focal point of discussion revolves around the demonic-looking facial mask he wore while making a grand entrance on a sculptured horse.
Despite accusations linking Rema to demonic activities, residents of his hometown, Benin in Edo State, took to social media to rally behind him. They assert that the mask worn by Rema during the show draws inspiration from Queen Idia, a revered figure in the Benin Kingdom.
On X, formerly Twitter, an account with the handle Edocentric_ passionately expressed, “Queen Idia Mask/REMA isn’t demonic; as a matter of fact, she is a national hero to Nigeria and the Benin Kingdom. She lived in the 15th century. She was the first Edo woman to go to war. She defeated a giant for a son to become king. She was the first queen mother in Benin.”
Queen idia mask/REMA isn’t demonic as a matter of fact she is a national hero to Nigerian & the Benin kingdom
She lived in the 15th century
She was the first Edo woman to go to war
She defeated a giant for a son to become king
She was the first queen mother in Benin. pic.twitter.com/6xyZrLW7gb
— Clinton (@EDOCENTRIC_) November 15, 2023
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