Israel Adesanya Criticizes Lagos Women, Faces Backlash Online
Nigerian-New Zealand mixed martial artist Israel Adesanya, known for his bold personality both inside and outside the ring, has recently stirred up controversy with his comments about Lagos women. Adesanya, who arrived in Nigeria shortly after losing his UFC 305 middleweight title fight to South African champion Dricus Du Plessis, made remarks that many found offensive and disrespectful.
During his visit to Lagos, a video surfaced of Adesanya sharing his opinion on Lagos women. He claimed that many of them were unnecessarily pretentious, engaging in what he described as “shakara.” He suggested that despite their outward demeanor, a lot of these women were involved in ‘hookups,’ implying that they were not as innocent as they appeared to be. Adesanya also advised the women to be more approachable and friendly, suggesting they should “smile more and be nice.”
His comments quickly sparked outrage among Nigerian women, who felt degraded and insulted by his sweeping generalizations. Many took to social media to express their displeasure and to challenge Adesanya’s remarks, questioning what could have led him to make such statements.
Here’s a glimpse of how social media users reacted to Adesanya’s comments:
– **@lami_____7**: “Not all girls are kobo kobo.”
– **@tahyooo**: “Feminist go commot cloth for your body today.”
– **@officialsexynorah**: “Na by force to say hi.”
– **@segungramm**: “You don jam agbako!”
– **@oriyomiluqman**: “Haaa Style bender don’t bend your career for this your rubbish yarn.”
– **@Timmynaijaa**: “Nigerian women are coming for you, dey play. I Just Dey Waka Pass.”
– **@1niye**: “Sharap we date ur father not u.”
– **@moreover_barbie**: “My baddies don reject the werey.”
The video and the ensuing backlash highlight the tension between personal opinions and public perception, especially when it comes to gender and societal expectations. While some may see Adesanya’s comments as straightforward or honest, others view them as an unnecessary attack on Nigerian women, particularly those from Lagos.
As this debate continues online, it serves as a reminder of the power of words and the importance of considering the broader impact of public statements, especially those made by influential figures.
