Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has showered praise on Nigerian men, likening them to the confident and supportive men of New York.
During a recent appearance on Way Up with Angela Yee, the singer described Nigerian men as attentive partners who prioritize the well-being of their wives or girlfriends. “Nigerian men love to take care of their women. They are very supportive of their wife or girlfriend. They are very, very confident, so it is almost the same thing as New York men,” Starr said.
However, she tempered her admiration with a candid remark, noting that “men are still men,” highlighting the universal traits of men regardless of nationality.
The comments come months after Starr faced social media criticism, particularly from Nigerian men, who questioned whether her online feminism aligned with her real-life persona. Critics pointed to her enthusiastic reactions to meeting international artist Chris Brown and dancing to Naira Marley’s songs as examples of perceived contradictions.
Ayra Starr has also faced scrutiny over her fashion choices, which she addressed in 2023 by reminding detractors that they are neither her “pastor” nor her “mother.”
Despite the controversies, Starr’s candid remarks on Nigerian men underscore her appreciation for their confidence and supportive nature, drawing comparisons with men in one of the world’s most vibrant cities, New York.
