Russian-born influencer, actress and entrepreneur, Fari Elysian, popularly known as Farida Mirzebalaeva, has criticised what she described as Nigerians’ preference for white people over their fellow citizens.
Farida, who disclosed that she has spent six years living in Nigeria, shared her observations during an appearance on the KaaTruths Podcast, hosted by KAA.
Speaking during the interview, the influencer said she feels more Nigerian than Russian but is disappointed by what she perceives as the unequal treatment some Nigerians give to foreigners, particularly white people.
She alleged that some Nigerians automatically assume that white people are more intelligent, wealthy or important than their fellow citizens simply because of their skin colour.
To illustrate her point, Farida recounted an experience at Kilimanjaro Restaurant in Port Harcourt, where she visited with her former Nigerian boyfriend.
According to her, a security guard enthusiastically welcomed her, opened the entrance door and addressed her respectfully. However, she claimed the same guard failed to extend similar courtesy to her boyfriend, even shutting the door in his face while concentrating on welcoming her.
Farida said the incident angered her because the security guard appeared to judge both of them based on their skin colour rather than their individual circumstances.
She explained that the guard had no idea about their financial situations and could not have known whether her Nigerian boyfriend was wealthier or more influential than she was.
The influencer questioned why someone would receive preferential treatment simply for being white while a Nigerian was treated with less respect in his own country.
Beyond the incident, Farida also expressed concerns about what she described as a lack of trust among Nigerians when it comes to doing business with one another.
She argued that some Nigerians appear more comfortable trusting foreigners with business opportunities, employment and other important responsibilities than their fellow citizens.
Farida further claimed that several wealthy Nigerian households employ private chefs from other African countries, while pointing to the presence of foreign-owned businesses in the country.
She described the attitude as a problem that deserves serious attention, particularly among Nigerians who often justify their preference for foreigners by saying they cannot trust their own people.
Her comments have raised questions about colourism, self-worth, trust and the way Nigerians value their fellow citizens compared to foreigners.
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