Nigerian singer Paul Okoye has come under heavy criticism on social media after making a controversial comment about feminists, a remark many have described as dismissive and insensitive.
The award-winning artiste, who is one half of the former Psquare music duo alongside his twin brother Peter Okoye, took to his Instagram story to share his thoughts on feminism, sparking widespread outrage.
In the now-viral post, Paul Okoye questioned the age demographic of feminists, suggesting that they are usually above 30 years old. He further added that they often claim to possess what he referred to as “inner beauty,” a statement many interpreted as mocking and age-shaming.
He wrote:
“Why are feminists always above 30? And they always believe they have inner beauty.”
The statement quickly ignited backlash across various social media platforms, with many users calling out the singer for making what they described as derogatory and sexist remarks about women.
Several netizens accused Paul Okoye of age-shaming women and trivializing the ideals of feminism, which advocates for gender equality and women’s rights. Others questioned why the singer felt the need to attack feminists rather than engage in meaningful dialogue.
Some reactions online were sarcastic and mocking. One commenter wrote, “Na feminists make you and Jude destroy Psquare?” while another said, “Are you not too old and exposed for this kind of post?”
Other users urged the singer to focus on his music career and family life instead of stirring unnecessary controversy on social media. A few challenged him to clearly explain his issue with feminism rather than making sweeping generalizations.
Paul Okoye’s comment has since reignited debates around feminism in Nigeria, with many awaiting to see whether he will respond to the backlash, apologize, or further clarify his stance on the issue.