Simi Apologizes Over Swimsuit Brouhaha, But Netizens Detect Sarcasm (Video)

Popular Nigerian singer, Simi, has tendered an apology after facing backlash for wearing a swimsuit to a poolside event.

The “Duduke” crooner was criticized by some netizens who felt that her revealing outfit was inappropriate for a married woman.

In response, Simi took to social media to apologize for her choice of attire, saying that she didn’t know better and promised to do better next time. However, many netizens detected a hint of sarcasm in her apology, which has sparked a lively debate online.

Simi’s apology read: “I want to apologize for wearing a swimsuit to the poolside event. I know better now and promise to wear a kaftan next time and sit by the poolside out of respect for my husband.”

Watch her speak in the video below;

While some netizens accepted her apology, others felt that she was being sarcastic and dismissive of their concerns. The incident has sparked a wider conversation about societal expectations of women, particularly married women, and their choice of attire.

Simi’s fans have come to her defense, arguing that she should be able to wear whatever makes her feel comfortable and confident. Others have praised her for her apology, even if it was sarcastic, saying that it shows she is willing to listen and learn.

Read some netizens’ reactions below;

ossybrown : “You took her content and cut off the part she asked people to listen to her new album The Evil of mainstream journalism sha.”

vanchizzy : “I love her level of sarcasm. Na wetin fit all these oversabi assistant Jesus wey expect person to wear kaftan to the pool.”

teensgram_afrika : “Excuse me, was she supposed to tie buba abi wrapper to a swimming pool?”

uncle_jeff_official : “Did her husband complain, if No then why give in to social media pressure to apologise? Na wa ohh”

emeka_ : “Who says married women can’t wear swimsuits? Ontop of marriage that no be our own”

a.d.e.j.o.k.e1 : “Stream Lost And found album. She said she was lost while wearing that and now she’s found herself”

obianuju_priscillia_ : “Husband wey get the package nor complain, and you think your own Opinion counts? Whereas some of una wey cover up from head to toe does wOrse things behind close doors.”

joseph_de_capinter : “But after wearing that swimming suit did look at the mirror?? Just asking”

The debate continues, with many calling for greater acceptance and respect for women’s choices, while others argue that certain standards of decency should be maintained.
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