Marlian Records boss, Naira Marley has said no one should be imprisoned overconsumption of weed.

The “Soapy” singer, who is well known for his controversial views, said this in a recent tweet.

“No one should be in prison for weed,” Naira Marley tweeted.

As with other controversial topics, the singer’s tweet has sparked a debate among his fans and tweeps in general as they have continued to express opposing opinions.

While a few persons agreed with Naira Marley’s position, many others who opposed his view also noted there were more pressing issues bedeviling the country while advising him to use his platform to influence people and the country positively.

@DanielRegha tweeted: “” Weed” is illegal (at the moment) & has ruined a lot of people’s lives, so anyone taking weed without a doctor’s prescription should face the wrath of the law when caught; Contrary to smoker’s believe, smoking is a bad habit & God frowns at it. If u are a smoker, strive to quit.”

@mahrex_owl said: “The Government will always keep good things away from its citizens Remember they don’t want you to be smart. People like Burna, Fela, Bob Marley, Naira Marley, Elon musk smoke weed and they are one of the smartest people ever!”

@karlliee1 wrote: “And that is how naija go destroy because you guys keep on saying weed is good when in reality it is not you people should stop voting for weed lets know where our problems are coming from. Weed they make people kill and kidnap just to find money to buy some more..Use ya head.”