Netizens call for Yetunde Barnabas’ arrest over video of infant son in moving car
Actress Faces Backlash for Unsafe Behavior with Child in Moving Vehicle
Nigerian actress Yetunde Barnabas has come under fire for sharing a video that appears to show her eleven-month-old son behind the steering wheel of a moving car while sitting on her lap. In the clip, she can be heard saying, “Hi, my son is driving. He’s going to one, he’s now a big boy. Don’t even touch anything. Don’t try that with me. You drive, horn for the neighbors.”
The video prompted swift reactions across social media, with many users calling for the actress’s arrest for what they describe as endangering the life of her child and others on the road.
One user, identified as @wande30, tagged the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and urged them to take action, stating, “Please you must do something to teach others a lesson. This is pure madness in a moving car.”
Another user, @Ayotund1, referred to the incident as a crime, emphasizing that it should not be taken lightly. “Very irresponsible behavior, and she should be ashamed of herself. @FRSCNigeria, don’t turn a blind eye,” they wrote.
Responses continued to criticize the actress’s actions, with @josh_fatoye questioning her judgment. “You don’t have sense by putting the lives of other road users at risk. Can you try this in a sane country? @FRSCNigeria @PoliceNG needs to take decisive action on this,” the user remarked.
Additional critiques emerged, highlighting broader concerns about safety regulations in Nigeria. @Mo_bolaj1 noted, “And the right authority will see this and not think of persecuting her. She’s supposed to know better. In a country where penalties are stiff, she will never try this.” Similarly, @fadile_joe pointed out that a child of such an age should be secured in a child seat in the rear of the vehicle, labeling the actress’s behavior as irresponsible.
As discussions continue online about the implications of the video, concerns have been raised regarding the enforcement of traffic safety laws in Nigeria and the responsibilities of parents behind the wheel.
The video has sparked a wider dialogue about road safety and the importance of adhering to regulations designed to protect both drivers and passengers.
