Controversy Erupts After Christoph the Change Performs at St. Teresa Convent School Gala!
Controversy Erupts After Christoph the Change Performs at St. Teresa Convent School Gala!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan (Editor-in-Chief) | Sele Media Africa Journalist
MONROVIA, LIBERIA – A major public outcry has been sparked after Liberian hip-hop star Christoph the Change was invited to perform at the St. Teresa Convent Catholic School’s gala event yesterday. Videos shared widely on social media show students singing and dancing along with the rapper’s hit song “Nut Bag Seed”, prompting widespread concern from parents, influencers, bloggers, and community stakeholders.
In clip circulating online, pupils can be seen gyrating and echoing the lyrics of the track — a song whose title and content many critics say are inappropriate for children due to perceived explicit or suggestive themes. The performance, which was meant to be a celebratory moment for the school community, quickly turned into a national discussion about the appropriateness of the material exposed to minors.
Parents and Public Express Outrage
Since the event, scores of parents and concerned citizens have taken to social platforms to question how such a performance was permitted on a Catholic school campus institutions generally known for strict moral and educational standards. Critics argue that the choice of song contradicts values typically upheld by religious and academic institutions, especially those catering to young learners.
One widely shared social media response condemned the performance, noting that “government officials and concerned groups have condemned the rapper for inappropriate content” appearing before minors signaling that the issue has drawn attention beyond just passers-by and concerned parents.
Questions Raised Over Accountability
Amid the backlash, community members are debating where responsibility lies:
Should Christoph the Change be held accountable for performing a song considered by many to be unsuitable for children?
Did the school administration fail to exercise due diligence in vetting the artist’s setlist before inviting him to perform?
Are the students themselves to be blamed for singing along to material they may not fully understand?
These questions have dominated online commentary and calls for official responses from both the artist and the school authority. A number of parents have publicly demanded an explanation from St. Teresa Convent Catholic School, which is traditionally regarded as a highly disciplined and values-based institution.
Background on the Artist
Christoph the Change, born Christopher Nyenga, is one of Liberia’s foremost rap artists, widely recognized for his contributions to the Hipco and Hip-Hop scenes. He has garnered major national attention and has performed on some of Liberia’s biggest stages, with a strong fan base among youth and urban audiences.
What’s Next?
As the controversy continues to unfold, all eyes are on both the school leadership and the artist for public statements addressing the misstep. Some commentators are calling for clearer guidelines governing school events, particularly regarding guest performers and their repertoires.
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