Mixed martial artist Israel Adesanya faced backlash after criticizing Lagos women for being unfriendly and labeling many as prostitutes. His comments sparked outrage on social media, with users calling him a "loser" and condemning his views on gender dynamics and societal expectations in Nigeria.
Israel Adesanya, the renowned mixed martial artist, has sparked outrage among Nigerian women after making controversial remarks about Lagos girls. During a recent statement, he criticized them for being unfriendly, suggesting that many are involved in prostitution. Adesanya urged them to be more approachable, saying, “Lagos girls are doing shakara that even the majority of them are prostitutes; they should just be nice and reply hi.”
His comments ignited a social media firestorm, with many women expressing their anger and disbelief. Some reactions included mockery of Adesanya’s perspective, with one commenter stating, “Finding out this don is a loser is so funny. Because babes aren’t ‘friendly,’ the majority of the women in Lagos are doing runs.” Another user challenged his claim, saying, “Even with your money, nobody wants to say hi. You’re the problem, but you’re calling innocent babes ashewo.”
Critics accused Adesanya of attempting to shame women and labeling him as a “proper loser” for projecting his failures onto them. Comments like “You can take the man out of the trenches, but you can't take the trenches out of the man” highlighted the perceived disconnect between his wealth and his understanding of social dynamics.
Adesanya's remarks have resonated widely, drawing attention to broader societal issues, gender dynamics, and expectations placed on women in Nigeria. The backlash serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding relationships and the importance of respectful communication.
