May 29th 2024.
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, recently spoke out against the trend of revealing clothing in local fashion, inspired by Meghan Markle's recent visit to the country. During her husband's first anniversary in office, Senator Tinubu addressed the nation and expressed her concern about the influence of Western fashion on young Nigerian women.
In her speech, she emphasized the need to protect and guide the younger generation, stating, "We have to salvage our children. We see the way they dress. We are not having the Met Gala. And everyone, the nakedness, is just everywhere and the men are well-clothed." She urged Nigerian girls to have confidence in their own beauty and not feel the need to imitate what they see in Western media.
Although Tinubu did not directly criticize Meghan Markle's fashion choices during her visit, she did use the Duchess of Sussex's presence as an opportunity to instill pride in Nigerian women and their ability to set their own fashion trends. "Why did Meghan come here looking for Africa? That is something we have to take home with [us]. We know who we are. Don't lose who you are," she affirmed.
Tinubu also highlighted the importance of unity among Nigerian women in bringing about positive change in their families and communities. "When mothers stand with you, the house is in order," she stated. "Looking ahead, we must endeavor to become the unifying force in our homes and our communities, to bring about greater prosperity for our nation."
The media had previously criticized Meghan Markle for her fashion choices during her three-day visit to Nigeria, where she was promoting the tenth anniversary of the Invictus Games. Some claimed that her outfits were too revealing or lacked modesty, and suggested that she may have dressed differently if the events had been organized by Buckingham Palace.
However, Markle's visit was also met with positive responses, as she shared her Nigerian roots after a DNA test revealed that she is 43% Nigerian. This news further emphasized the importance of embracing and celebrating one's cultural heritage, something that Senator Tinubu also stressed in her speech.
In the end, the message from Nigeria's First Lady was clear - Nigerian women should be proud of their own culture and not feel the need to imitate Western fashion trends. Instead, they should use their influence to promote and preserve their own unique style.
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