Nigerian influencer Daniel Regha has come under criticism after faulting singer Adekunle Gold’s outfit at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.
His criticism sparked a wave of reactions on social media. He had argued that Adekunle Gold missed the chance to showcase Nigerian culture by wearing a tuxedo rather than traditional attire.
The comment quickly ignited debate, drawing mixed responses from fans and social media users.
Several Nigerians took to X to dismiss Regha’s remarks, with many accusing him of nitpicking and questioning his right to dictate how celebrities should dress on global stages.
Frank Edoho, a Nigerian TV host, responded to Regha’s critique by mocking him. Edoho asked Regha what kind of African culture he had been showcasing himself in past fashion moments, describing one of Regha’s previous outfits as looking like “a duvet advert from IKEA” to highlight perceived hypocrisy.
One user, @PopPresh, asked why he was “disturbing Simi’s husband” instead of holding African governments accountable for failing to represent the continent themselves.
Another user, @chuku_387, wrote: “Wen e reach your turn wear lace,” while @Lincoln__ added: “If e reach your turn go wear native cloth.”
Their comments suggested that Regha should wait for his own opportunity to attend such events before insisting on cultural displays.
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Humour also flowed into the conversation, with Spotlight Blog @spotlightblog_ joking that Adekunle Gold “be like power ranger” in his outfit, and @thasbhottz teasingly asking: “Pele ooo African man, why you no go?”
Some users went further, hinting at frustration with Regha’s repeated online criticism.
@Asaph201 wrote, “One day una go hear say them Don beat Regha to coma,” a comment that highlighted growing impatience with the influencer’s controversial takes.
On the other hand, @Femi_asiwaj… suggested that no one really cares what Adekunle Gold wore: “Whenever he gets the chance to attend a Ballon d’Or ceremony, let he wear his state’s traditional clothes… No one cares actually.”
The exchange reflects the broader tension between cultural representation and personal freedom in global events.
While some agree with Regha that Nigerian celebrities should use international platforms to promote tradition, many argue that fashion is a matter of individual choice, not national duty.
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