Nigerian actress and media personality Toke Makinwa has stirred conversation after sharing her views on infidelity, claiming that women cheat more than men but are far more discreet about it.
Makinwa made the remarks during a recent episode of her Toke Moments podcast, where she discussed changing perceptions around cheating and relationships. According to her, infidelity is often framed as a male issue, despite women being equally capable of cheating.
She argued that cheating is easier for women compared to men, who often have to invest significant time, money, and effort. This realization, she said, has influenced her stance on infidelity, making it less of a dealbreaker for her, though not without conditions.
“Cheating is not a dealbreaker for me, but it comes with a caveat,” Makinwa said. “When I say this, some people think I am encouraging cheating. No. As I grow older, I realize that it is not just men who can cheat. Why are we making these men feel so special as if it is only them?”
The media personality added that women often refrain from cheating not because they lack the opportunity, but because of self-control.
“Do you know how easy it is for a woman to cheat? It is even easier for us,” she said. “Men will spend money, effort, and time to cheat, but we are the ones receiving. A woman not cheating is not because she cannot cheat; it is probably because she has strength.”
Makinwa concluded by insisting that while women may cheat more, they are typically better at concealing it, noting, “Women cheat more, but they know how to hide it.”
