“You’re asking us to bet with money we don’t have” — Lady takes on Mr Eazi, Temi Otedola over gender poll

AND lady has sparked conversation online after publicly criticizing singer Mr Eazi and billionaire heiress Temi Otedola over a social media poll linked to the gender of their unborn child.

A woman has expressed her disappointment that Nigerians are being encouraged to participate in a prediction exercise on whether a celebrity couple will welcome a boy or a girl, arguing that the activity seems out of touch with the reality many citizens are currently facing.

Her comments quickly gained attention on social media, where users debated the role of celebrities and celebrities public figures in difficult economic times.

Concerns about economic reality

In her post, the lady pointed to the country’s economic challenges and rising poverty levels, questioning the relevance of the gender prediction survey at a time when many Nigerians are struggling to meet basic needs.

According to her, the exercise is a reflection of the disconnect between wealthy public figures and ordinary citizens who face difficulties every day.

“Rich people, rich Nigerians, rich people in general are unbelievable and just out of touch with reality because they are greedy and deaf because they are asking us Nigerians to vote whether your millionaire wife will have a boy or a girl.”

Social media users react

The remarks drew mixed reactions online. While some users agreed with her concerns and argued that the public’s attention should be focused on pressing national issues, others defended the couple, saying that participating in such activities was voluntary and meant for fun.

The debate adds to the growing trend of online monitoring of celebrity lifestyles and public displays of wealth, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty.

As backlash continues to emerge, the debate highlights a growing conversation about privilege, public perception and expectations placed on influential people in Nigerian society.

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“Rich Nigerians are incredibly greedy. In a country struggling with poverty and insecurity, Mr Eazi is asking people to bet on whether his millionaire’s wife will have a boy or a girl. Asking struggling Nigerians to gamble on gender reveal is madness.”

— The lady is calling Mr. Eazi pic.twitter.com/OOczlqlVPS

— 𝐀𝐬𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) June 20, 2026