Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay recently made a splash at the 2025 Paris Fashion Week, donning a striking red-and-white patterned pantsuit. While his outfit received praise for its boldness, his hairstyle and accessory choices, including a purse some have labeled “feminine,” sparked heated discussions on social media.
The singer’s hair was styled in voluminous curls, adding a unique flair to his appearance. As expected, Nigerians had plenty to say about his look.
Here’s what people are saying:
“Ah! No be washing and setting be this?”
“It’s just a look! Love everything — the bag, hair, earrings, and outfit. 
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“He don join them 
. People will do anything for fame.”
“So men don’t want to be men anymore???”
“I miss the days of masculine, macho men. Now, guys just want to be sissies. It’s annoying.”
“Why make him look like a woman, though?”
“This is my mom’s favorite hairstyle — washing and setting with big roller curls.”
“He really embodies the androgynous vibe! But what’s going on with Nigerian male celebrities? Once they hit a certain level of fame, their looks start to change. It almost feels like they’ve sold their souls or something. Meanwhile, female celebrities keep getting more stunning. I don’t want to sound like a conspiracy theorist, but sometimes I wonder if these are humiliation rituals.”
“This new trend of male celebrities dressing like this is exhausting. Why is he carrying a purse? 
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Omah Lay’s Paris Fashion Week appearance has undoubtedly set social media abuzz, sparking a larger conversation about fashion, gender norms, and celebrity culture.
Story by Obaapa Janee
