No Karma for the Powerful? Tunde Ednut Sparks Debate Over Karma After Buhari's Death, Questions Justice for Nigerian Politicians

 

Popular Nigerian social media figure, Tunde Olaluwa Adekunle, better known as Tunde Ednut, has stirred significant conversation online after voicing his disillusionment with the idea of karma. The influencer made his thoughts known shortly after the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who died at the age of 82 in a private hospital in the United Kingdom on Sunday, July 13.

Tunde Ednut did not mince words in his remarks. He questioned the fairness of life, particularly in relation to those who hold positions of power in Nigeria. His post on Instagram reflected deep frustration with the perceived lack of consequences faced by politicians, even after their controversial tenures filled with public criticism and allegations of negligence or mismanagement.

Rather than focusing solely on Buhari, Tunde used the former president’s peaceful and privileged exit as a case study to express a broader concern. He argued that Nigerian leaders often live unbothered by the suffering endured by their citizens during their time in power. Many, he noted, enjoy luxurious lifestyles, gain access to the best healthcare systems abroad, and accumulate vast wealth without being held accountable.

His remarks quickly gained traction across social media platforms, with thousands weighing in on the age-old belief that karma will eventually catch up to wrongdoers. For Tunde, the reality is far from that expectation. According to him, karma is more of a social myth than a force that delivers justice. He emphasized the importance of individual character, urging people to lead lives rooted in integrity and compassion rather than waiting for cosmic retribution to correct systemic failures.

“There is definitely no karma for politicians. Karma does not exist,” Tunde wrote. “Live a good life, good abroad health care, make all the money in the world while your citizens dey suffer. Finally fly abroad and kpai peacefully for private hospital abroad. E never finish? Buhari enjoyed his life and lived 82 years. He escaped all consequences. There is no such thing as karma. It doesn’t exist.”

The post quickly lit a firestorm of reactions, with opinions sharply divided. Some followers agreed wholeheartedly, expressing similar cynicism about the lack of accountability in politics. Others countered his viewpoint, insisting that justice may not always be immediate but often comes in different forms, sometimes across generations or even in ways invisible to the public eye.

One commenter, @adesope_shopsydoo, wrote, “A lot of evil people do not suffer, they become rich and live long lives. Not everyone sees karma.” This sentiment echoed Tunde’s frustration and reflected a shared belief among many Nigerians who feel disillusioned by repeated patterns of elite immunity.

On the other side of the conversation, @p.a_ade offered a different lens, stating, “Some karma are generational Tunde, and we will all answer to God one day.” This response emphasized a spiritual angle, suggesting that divine justice may not always play out publicly or during a person’s lifetime.

Another user, @olayimartha, delivered a short but weighty comment: “May his soul rest according to his deeds.” This line captured a sense of reserved judgment, leaving fate in the hands of a higher power.

@pitakwa_of_uyo took a more grounded and realist tone, saying, “Real talk. If you are waiting for karma to happen to politicians, pele o.” The comment aligns with a growing sentiment that societal systems, not unseen forces, are what truly determine outcomes in life.

Still, perhaps the most striking remark came from @nwaigbokenep, who stated, “Karma is the only word used to keep oppressed people from rising and challenging their oppressors.” That take framed karma as a pacifying myth, a psychological tool that discourages resistance by promising justice that rarely comes.

Tunde Ednut’s comments and the ensuing discourse reflect a deeper frustration among Nigerians regarding governance, privilege, and justice. As politicians continue to live comfortably despite decades of national hardship, many citizens are questioning the structures and beliefs that have, for too long, offered false hope of accountability.

The debate is ongoing, but one thing is certain: for Tunde Ednut and many of his followers, the idea that karma serves as an equalizing force is rapidly losing credibility in the face of political reality.