Nigerian Afrobeats star Simi has stirred intense reactions on social media after calling for severe punishment for rapists amid rising concerns over sexual assault cases in the country.
Her comments come as Nigeria grapples with a wave of reported rape and sexual assault allegations across various states in recent weeks.
In a strongly worded post shared on X on Tuesday night, the singer, whose real name is Simisola Kosoko, expressed frustration over the prevalence of sexual violence and urged authorities and citizens to take decisive action.
“I’m sickkk of this. Stop raping women. They need to castrate rapists and burn them,” she wrote.
The post quickly generated widespread debate online. While some users supported her outrage and demand for stricter consequences for sexual offenders, others argued that similar penalties should also apply to individuals who make false rape accusations.
Responding to critics, Simi maintained that her advocacy was focused on supporting victims of sexual assault, not those falsely accused. She stressed that sexual violence remains a pervasive issue affecting many women.
The singer noted that nearly every woman she knows has experienced some form of sexual assault, insisting that conversations about the problem should not be silenced because of concerns over false allegations.
“How many of your friends have actually assaulted women as vibes?? Women are terrified to go out. Women in their homes are not safe either. Ask your sisters. Ask your female friends and your girlfriends. Ask your wives. We’re not all crazy. Stop raping women,” she added.
Simi also called on men to hold one another accountable, arguing that failure to confront inappropriate behavior among peers contributes to an environment that enables sexual violence.
Her remarks continue to generate mixed reactions across social media platforms, highlighting the broader national conversation on how best to address sexual assault and ensure justice for victims.
