Social media roundup: BBNaija Shine Ya Eye, Taliban take over Afghanistan and other stories

Hi guys! It’s the end of another week and we hope you had an amazing week. A lot has been happening in the world of social media, from CBN freezing the accounts of fintech companies to the BBNaija saga. So just relax and grab some popcorn as we bring you the top trending stories this week.

CBN freezes accounts of 4 fintech startups

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) obtained a court order to freeze the accounts of at least four investment technology startups. The startups include Risevest, Chaka, Bamboo and Trove Finance. According to the apex bank, the fintechs were operating outside of the scope of their licenses.

The CBN also accused the companies of compromising the value of the naira, insisting it is trying to rescue and sustain naira. However, this has brought up many reactions from Nigerians, especially those that have their money in these investments firms.

CBN while it is understandable that you are trying to rescue and sustain naira. Continuous ban of innovations in fintech activities will hurt the economy further. No one can stop financial revolution.
Why court approved CBN's request to freeze bank accounts of Bamboo, Risevest,

— Opara Onyeaghala Henry (@henryopara12) August 18, 2021

This freeze order by the CBN over Risevest and Bamboo's accounts is just wild. Pure wickedness, simple. This current government is nothing short of evil and the CBN is its tool of oppression. Sad. Just Sad

— TO🌈 (@TOxxll) August 18, 2021

Why the hell is the CBN fond of going underground to get a judgement that only hurts people ?? This was the same M.O when they got the judgement to freeze the account of selected persons during the end sars movement

— JODELA (@CEOJODELA) August 17, 2021

With the accounts to remain frozen for 180 days, some of the companies have moved to assure users that their funds and investments are safe regardless of what happens.

Afghanistan in crises after Taliban takes over

The Taliban has taken over control of Afghanistan, a country in the middle east. Hundreds of people trooped to Kabul’s international airport desperately seeking to make it out of the country. Some were seen hanging to the sides of military aircraft with their bare hands as planes taxied the runway.

These pitiable sights and the general repressive rule of the Ghani Baradar-led government had led to an outpouring of sentiments across social media. Many of the reactions condemned the Taliban and called for an open corridor for people to escape the Taliban.

My prayer goes to my brothers and sisters in Afghanistan. A country of 40 million people does not deserve to suffer because of Taliban extremists. #Afganisthan #AfghanLivesMatter

— Mehmet Tuvas (@MehmetTuvas) August 20, 2021

Please secure the airports and open borders for Afghans. A lot of people are in true danger and will lose lives.#ProtectAfghans

— Habib Khan (@HabibKhanT) August 20, 2021

Many Nigerians also expressed concerns that terrorist groups in the country like Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) might become encouraged by this development and bold enough to push for a similar takeover.

There are many Taliban like groups in Nigeria, who will be motivated by their recent success. https://t.co/mjOEZBBONE

— Onye Nkuzi (@cchukudebelu) August 15, 2021

The way the world watched as the Taliban swiftly rolled across Afghanistan is how I suspect they’d watch if somehow Boko Haram managed to make a serious play for (Northern) Nigeria.

Their Abuja embassies would move to Lagos & world leaders would issue calls for calm & dialogue.

— Ose Anenih (@ose_anenih) August 16, 2021

With western governments already recognising the Taliban leaders of Afghanistan, it remains to be seen the extent of impact it would have on global politics.

#BBNaija Shine Ya Eyes

The drama continues to heat up at the BBNaija house and sometimes it can be impossible to keep up. First is the major beef developing between immediate former Head of House, Pere and Whitemoney who is considered to be his major competitor.

And you should trust social media famz, they will always have one or two things to say about what is going on.

This happens on the street and it’s not just White Money that will physically attack Pere, other men who saw that stinking nonsense will deck him. Loads of men would have ensured the manipulative and gaslighting bs won’t go unchecked. Pere is lucky.

— Dr. Dípò Awójídé (@OgbeniDipo) August 17, 2021

I am on White Money's side…. I don't have energy for Pere's arrogance and manipulation.

If White Money has a strategy why is is it bothering Pere… Let everyone carry out their strategy because this is a game but Pere has a personal vendetta and beef with White#BBNaija pic.twitter.com/MJ6fHFobDv

— Alu Ssesanga 🇿🇦⭕🖤💙 (@Aluh88) August 17, 2021

Boma also got into trouble after losing hold of Queen and kinda losing himself in the process while Queen seems to be moving on to White Money and this has gotten mouths talking.

Queen likes Boma , Boma likes Jackie B, Jackie B likes Micheal , Micheal likes Peace , Princess and Angel likes Cross , Cross likes Saskay. All of una Dey crase 😒#BBNaija

— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) August 15, 2021

Boma will jump on everything queen and go behind her and say the worse things about her….what a waste of “man” 🤮🤮🤮 #BBNajia6 pic.twitter.com/ybobKed0cx

— Tweet Attorney (@bbnaijaseazin6) August 20, 2021

The saga will definitely continue until a winner emerges and we will keep updating you by the week.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comment section.

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