Tension gripped Zaria Road in Kano on Monday as a young man climbed a towering billboard near Gadar Lado, threatening to jump unless certain TikTok stars showed up in person. The unusual protest drew a crowd and disrupted traffic as passersby watched the drama unfold in disbelief.
According to the Kano Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, the man specifically demanded the presence of his favorite TikTok personalities before he would agree to descend. Security agencies, emergency responders, and fire service officials quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and initiate rescue efforts.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the outcome of the standoff, but the incident has sparked widespread concern about the influence of social media on mental health. Many have called for urgent intervention strategies to help youths navigate digital fame and emotional stability.