Popular social media personality King Mitchy has issued a public apology to Nigerians following backlash over a live video in which she admitted to taking a substance on air.
In a statement shared on her Instagram page, Mitchy said she had reflected on her actions and acknowledged that her behaviour was inappropriate, especially as many young girls look up to her.
“I’m ready to be held accountable for my actions. For some days I’ve thought about my behaviour and I know that I was wrong,” she wrote.
She admitted that taking the substance during the live broadcast was wrong and expressed regret for disappointing her followers.
“I want to be held accountable for the substance I took on live video. That was very wrong of me because there are young girls that are looking up to me, and I know I disappointed a lot of people,” Mitchy added.
Mitchy also apologised to Seyi Tinubu, whom she referred to as her boss, stating that while she had apologised privately, the public nature of the incident required a public apology.
“My boss, ST Seyi Tinubu, I’m so sorry. I know I apologised privately but I did not disrespect you privately, I disrespected you publicly, so I want to apologise publicly. I’m so sorry sir,” she said.
She further apologised to the Ooni of Ife for mentioning his name in the controversy.
“To the Ooni of Ife, I’m so sorry for bringing your name into this, daddy,” she stated.
Mitchy also addressed activist VeryDarkMan, acknowledging his advocacy and expressing regret for confronting him in the past.
“To VeryDarkMan, my brother, I see what you’re fighting for, you’re fighting for Nigeria and we can make Nigeria a better place. I’m sorry for coming at you like that. Maybe now I understand you better,” she said, adding that the activist needs more supporters rather than critics.
“You need more supporters, not people to fight you. I’m sorry, my brother. Thank you,” Mitchy concluded.