Content creator and actress Kemi Ikuseedun, popularly known as Mummy Wa, has claimed that a large number of women in Nigeria’s entertainment industry engage in prostitution.
Mummy Wa made the claim in a video circulating online, where she spoke about the realities and pressures surrounding the entertainment industry.
The content creator did not limit her comments to a particular sector, but alleged that prostitution is prevalent among many women working in the industry.
Her remarks have sparked reactions online, with some social media users questioning the sweeping nature of the claim, while others linked her comments to longstanding discussions about sexual exploitation, transactional relationships and the pressures faced by women seeking opportunities in entertainment.
Mummy Wa has previously spoken about sexual harassment in the entertainment industry, including unwanted sexual advances she said she experienced while trying to establish her career.
She has also previously addressed the issue of women engaging in “hook-up” as a means of making money, advising them to consider other ways of earning a living.
Her latest comments have nevertheless generated renewed debate about the perception of women in Nigeria’s entertainment industry and the challenges they face while navigating their careers.
