Toyin Abraham defends kneeling to greet elders, rejects ‘abosi’ tag
Actress Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi has responded to online criticism over her habit of kneeling to greet elders, describing the gesture as a reflection of her upbringing and cultural heritage rather than performative flattery.
In a statement shared on social media on Saturday, the actress addressed mixed reactions to a viral video from the birthday celebration of former Ogun State governor, Otunba Gbenga Daniel.
The clip captured her kneeling to greet billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, his wife Shade Okoya and other older guests, prompting some critics to describe the act as “abosi”, a Yoruba term used to suggest eye service or insincerity.
Abraham, however, maintained that her actions are rooted in…For more, Read Full Original Post; Read Complete Original.
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