An old video featuring Big Brother Naija stars Phyna and Tacha has resurfaced online, showing the reality TV personalities praising politician Ned Nwoko for his choice to practice polygamy, and the clip has triggered significant backlash from fans across social media platforms.
Reality Stars' Controversial Take on Polygamy
In the recently surfaced clip, Josephine Otobor (Phyna) and Natasha Akide (Tacha) are seen discussing the advantages of polygamy during an interview that occurred before the recent marriage crisis involving Ned Nwoko and his wife Regina Daniels. The two celebrities specifically commended the politician for what they described as choosing "the best path" by having multiple wives.
During their discussion, Phyna and Tacha argued that because of Ned Nwoko's substantial wealth, he possesses the capability to manage polygamous relationships effectively. They characterized this arrangement as a "soft life with no stress" for the women involved, suggesting that financial stability eliminates potential complications in such marital setups.
Phyna's Comparison to Yul Edochie Situation
The conversation took an even more controversial turn when Phyna drew comparisons to another Nollywood celebrity's marital situation. She specifically mentioned that if actor Yul Edochie had comparable wealth to Ned Nwoko, he would have been able to manage both his first wife May Edochie and his second wife Judy Austin without needing to pursue divorce proceedings.
This commentary has drawn particular attention given the timing of the video's resurgence, which coincides with ongoing public discussions about Ned Nwoko's marriage to Regina Daniels and recent controversies surrounding their relationship.
Social Media Backlash and Fan Reactions
Fans of both reality stars expressed strong disappointment upon viewing the old clip, with many taking to various social media platforms to voice their criticisms. The backlash has been particularly intense due to what fans perceive as contradictory positions from the celebrities, especially from Phyna.
Social media users were quick to recall that Phyna had previously advised Regina Daniels not to return to her husband after viewing emotional videos the actress had posted online. During that earlier incident, Phyna had placed blame on Ned Nwoko for allowing their marital issues to escalate publicly.
The online community responded with sharp criticism toward both reality stars:
- @nnenna_blinks_ commented: "This goes to show some people don't have a mind of their own. They are just greedy bandwagoners who go with the flow. Thank God for time, the greatest."
- @snmg_chapo added: "These two can do anything for money and fame."
- @nellxyirene reacted: "lol internet never forgets. I de pity who de take all these yeyebrities seriously."
- @mj_mijay shared: "She said that cos of what we saw. At some point everyone stopped blaming Regina for getting married to him, cos we all believed she was living the life.. Make we sha no dey trust wetin we dey see online, a lot's going on inside."
Many fans labeled Phyna and Tacha as confused individuals and cautioned their followers about looking up to such celebrities as role models. The incident has sparked broader conversations about the reliability of opinions shared by public figures on social media and the importance of maintaining consistent principles.
The video's resurgence serves as a reminder that digital content remains accessible indefinitely, and past statements can resurface at unexpected moments to haunt public figures. As @chef_ivyjones1 succinctly put it: "Tables have turned! Now y'all got something to say."
