Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ruger, has stirred massive reactions across social media platforms after sharing a highly controversial take regarding women who undergo Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery. His remark quickly became a trending topic, drawing widespread attention and criticism from fans and social commentators.
In a recent post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Ruger stated that whenever he sees a woman who has undergone a BBL procedure, he immediately associates her with having bad character. According to him, the surgery seems to “come with attitude,” a statement many found offensive and deeply judgmental.
He wrote, “When I see girl with BBL I dey straight up think say dem get bad character. Be like the procedure dey come with small attitude and ogba, he said.” His use of casual street language further amplified the reaction, as many felt he was generalising women based solely on their appearance or cosmetic choices.
The statement quickly went viral, generating intense back-and-forth debates as social media users dissected his words and questioned his intentions. Many felt the comment was unnecessary and contributed to harmful stereotypes often directed at women who choose to modify their bodies.
Several critics accused Ruger of reinforcing long-standing societal biases against women who opt for cosmetic enhancements, arguing that such sweeping statements promote unfair judgment and undermine individual autonomy. One user responded, “Ruger, this one no follow at all. Keep your preference without insulting others.” Another added, “BBL or not, attitude depends on the person. Stop generalising women!”
What began as a simple post soon evolved into a much broader conversation about body autonomy, societal expectations, misogyny, and the continuous policing of women’s bodies—especially within the entertainment industry. Many users pointed out that women are often singled out for criticism regardless of their choices, while men rarely face the same level of scrutiny.
As the controversy continues to circulate, Ruger has not released any additional statement or clarification. His post, however, remains a hot topic online, with many Nigerians questioning why discussions about women’s bodies continue to dominate public discourse and why celebrities often use their platforms to pass sweeping judgments.