Staff Reports
Nigerian Senator Oluremi Tinubu, speaking as the first lady of Nigeria and wife of President Bola Tinubu, recently expressed her concerns about the influence of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, on Nigerian women. Tinubu emphasized that Nigerian women should not emulate the skin-baring ways of celebrities like Meghan.
During an event celebrating the president’s first year in office, Tinubu highlighted the importance of salvaging the cultural identity of Nigerian children. She expressed her disapproval of the trend of imitating the overly revealing attire of American film stars, stating that Nigeria values modesty and does not accept nakedness as beauty.
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Tinubu urged Nigerian women and girls to have confidence in their own cultural identity, stating that they are beautiful as they are and should not feel the need to imitate celebrities from other parts of the world. She also questioned Meghan’s motivations for visiting Africa, suggesting that Nigerians should remain true to their own identity and not lose sight of who they are.
Tinubu also emphasized the role of mothers as unifying forces in the home and community, suggesting that unity among women can bring about greater prosperity for Nigeria as a nation. This comes after Meghan and Prince Harry’s visit to Nigeria to promote mental health awareness and the Invictus Games.
Senator Tinubu’s remarks reflect a conservative perspective that emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural values and identity, particularly in the face of foreign influences. Her stance echoes the sentiment that Nigerian women should take pride in their own cultural heritage and not feel pressured to conform to Western standards of beauty and fashion.
