Nigerian media personality and activist, Charles Oputa, better known as Charly Boy, has sparked controversy with his recent reaction to a video of some Akwa Ibom women protesting on the streets. The women, in their demonstration, called for an apology from Senator Natasha Akpoti to the Senate President.
Charly Boy, known for his bold and often provocative opinions, criticized the women, labeling them as “yeye women” in his reaction. His comment has drawn widespread backlash from various social media users, who feel it undermines the serious issue at hand.
In response, many have pointed to the wider cultural issues in Nigeria where women are often silenced or dismissed when they speak out against injustice or misconduct. Adaeze Oputa-anu, a vocal advocate for women’s rights, highlighted the dangerous nature of a culture that expects women to conform, lest they face punishment or ridicule. She emphasized the troubling reality of some women defending accused men, thereby reinforcing a system that protects perpetrators and disregards victims.
The incident has ignited a larger conversation on social media about the treatment of women in Nigeria, with many calling for more support for victims of sexual misconduct and a change in the way society treats women who speak out.
