Anele Mda and former EFF secretary-general Godrich Gardee have been involved in a heated Twitter exchange following Mda's comments on TikTok Live about Chidimma Adetshina, a model involved in a viral debate regarding her eligibility for the Miss South Africa title based on her ancestry. Mda questioned when Nigerians were a priority in Nigeria and whether they would prioritize South Africans first. She claimed that Nigerians were encroaching on spaces and opportunities meant for struggling marginalized groups.
Mda's comments quickly spilled over to Twitter, where she continued her criticism. She supported over 30 young South African girls who have allegedly been victimized by Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso, who faces serious charges. Gardee responded to Mda's posts, dismissing her views as uninformed and claiming that more than 1,000 South Africans have benefited from free education in Nigerian universities. He also referenced the support Nigerians provided to the ANC during the struggle against apartheid, highlighting a historical connection.
The Miss SA pageant is no stranger to controversy, with Mda's comments on TikTok Live and her support for over 30 young South African girls who have been victimized by Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso.
