CHECK OUT: How to Start Earning with Copywriting in Just 7 Days – Even if You’re a Complete Beginner A fresh controversy has gripped Nigeria’s entertainment space after the release of the Netflix film The Herd, directed by Nollywood star Daniel Etim-Effiong. What should have been a celebratory moment for the actor’s directorial debut has now turned into a national conversation filled with heated arguments about representation. The film, which was first released in cinemas on October 17, premiered on Netflix on Friday, November 17, 2025, and has astonishingly garnered over 30 million views. Yet, the same movie attracting global attention is the one some Nigerians want completely removed from their screens. Falz, Olamide, Ebuka , 12 other celebs who showed concern over Kwara church attack Find the stories that matter to you – faster. Use our new search tool: Click to search! The Herd tells the gripping story of everyday Nigerians struggling to survive in a world where kidnapping has become a daily fear. The narrative explored the violent attacks linked to bandits and Fulani herdsmen. For some viewers, especially from Muslim and Northern communities, the portrayal feels unfair and harmful. They argued that the storyline paints an entire group in a negative light and could worsen public stereotypes. The pushback gained momentum on X (formerly Twitter), where an aggrieved group began urging Nigerians to delete the Netflix app in protest. A significant number of Nigerians believe the movie only reflects the painful reality the country faces every day. For this group, the film is not an attack; it’s a reflection. They argue that cinema should be allowed to tell uncomfortable stories, especially when those stories force the nation to confront issues long swept under the carpet. Nnamdi Kanu: “See the script” Prince Eke predicts what will be done with IPOB leader before 2027 To them, calling for a ban only avoids the deeper conversations the film was designed to ignite. Commenting, a former president Buhari aide, @BashirAhmaad, stated that the movie profiled an ethnic group wrongly. Davido honours victims of ongoing tragedies in Nigeria as he holds a minute silent during Atlanta concert Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Toyosi blushed over her husband, Daniel Etim-Effiong, after seeing a picture of him on the poster of a movie. Toyosi noted that while she saw her husband regularly, she could stop blushing over him. The wife of the actor had always been open about how much she loves her husband. PAY ATTENTION: Follow our WhatsApp channel to never miss out on the news that matters to you! Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng. Olaniyi Apanpa (Entertainment Editor) Olaniyi Apanpa is a seasoned journalist with over 6 years of experience in sports, metro, politics, and entertainment reporting. He has written for renowned platforms such as Opera News, Scooper News, The PUNCH, and currently works as a Senior Entertainment Editor at Legit.ng. A ...
Netflix’s The Herd fuels backlash as angry viewers push for app deletion
