Algeria is witnessing controversy following the appointment of a rapper as the official spokesman for its international airport

The news of the appointment of Mohamed Obeidat, known technically as “Mister Up,” as spokesman for Algiers’ Houari Boumediene International Airport, sparked a storm of widespread criticism.

The controversy erupted due to “Mister Up’s musical background and the absence of academic degrees that are expected to be held by holders of such positions, as Obaidat previously worked as a rapper and appeared on entertainment programs such as “Hidden Camera,” and recently turned into a social content creator, which helped him gain popularity on social media platforms. Social Media.

Reactions varied, with many expressing their dissatisfaction with the decision, wondering how someone with a limited background in writing could represent Algeria before an international audience, while others believed that Obeidat’s ability to communicate may be the key to his nomination for this job.

“Mister Up” published a video in which he responded to the critics, expressing that he was not affected by the negative comments and stressing his right to professional and personal progress without causing harm to anyone. He indicated that he had not yet signed the contract, which allows him the freedom to respond to the criticism.

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