It was a heated morning on What’s Hot, Rhythm 93.7 FM’s entertainment and lifestyle talk show, as the presenters dived into a trending online conversation — veteran actress Bimbo Akintola’s controversial comment about polygamy.
During the segment, Bimbo’s recent statement — “If we don’t have enough men, doesn’t that mean two women to one man?” — became the focal point of a passionate on-air debate that quickly turned emotional, funny, and thought-provoking all at once.
The remark, which has sparked reactions across social media, was originally made during a podcast appearance where the actress referenced a popular scripture predicting that “seven women will cling to one man.”
One of the presenters whose statement echoed the sentiments of many fans online who felt the comment was “unnecessary” and could be misinterpreted as an endorsement of polygamy said:
“I’m not the biggest fan of Bimbo Akintola because she plays the same kind of roles, but honestly, this one shocked me. Some things shouldn’t even go online. You’re a legend, Ma, and we expect more from someone we grew up admiring.”
Beyond the humour, the What’s Hot team agreed that the controversy reflects deeper issues within society — from gender ratios to cultural pressures and the changing dynamics of modern marriage.
What do you think about Bimbo Akintola’s comment?
Is polygamy a cultural solution or a personal problem waiting to happen?
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