One of the most respected faces in the African-American communities in America, and in the Entertainment industry, Sean Combs who is popularly known as Diddy, has backed JayZ on his deal with the National Football League (NFL) amidst all the backlash the deal has generated since the announcement.
Diddy who on Monday morning took to his Instagram page to share his thoughts on the whole drama, cautioned African-Americans and other minority people that this is not the time to be divided, but united and follow Jay Z to be on the table where they can actually affect the change that they have all be clamouring for and push for equality while on the table. He said:
“Hov is one of the greatest to ever do it, he has been there more than anybody from the hip hop culture, including me. He always has been so selfless and fights for other people. We as a people can not be divided and conquered at this time!! ”
Diddy who also acknowledged what Kaepernick has done, praised his efforts, saying:
”I’m so proud of @kaepernick7 and the attention he was able to bring and the efforts he continues to make. I’ll continue to support him in every way possible. “
The music mogul who is also one of the richest and one who can also join forces with JayZ to bring about change, in his post, went ahead to tell people what he thinks JayZ is planning to do, which he supports, and want others to come on board rather than criticise the process. He said:
“I’m also proud of my brother JAY Z for showing how it should be done! It’s time to play chess not checkers, I believe he is going to do some incredible things.
I was just watching everything last week but it hurt me to my heart because I know this man personally. He’s one of the most genuine and intelligent black leaders we’ve ever had. We cannot go against each other, there’s not enough of us. I applaud Jay Z and I applaud the NFL for bringing him in.
This isn’t just about the NFL, it’s about how black and brown people are treated daily across this country. We have to come together and make the hard decisions, nobody is going to do it for us.
I believe in taking action, taking steps towards the right direction and I support all my brothers that are out here taking ACTION.
Together we are unstoppable. #BLACKEXCELLENCE!! Happy Monday!! Be Great! ✊🏿🖤” he said.