BBNaija’s Phyna pushes back criticism of decision to remain childless

Reality TV star, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, aka Phyna,.has pushed against criticism of her decision not to have children.

The former Big Brother Naija star’s decision to remain childless has ignited fresh debate around personal choice and societal expectations of motherhood.

Phyna had earlier stated that she prefers raising pets instead of becoming a biological parent, a comment that quickly drew mixed reactions across social media.

Addressing the backlash, the actress accused her critics of holding outdated views and argued that many were quick to judge her decision without understanding the personal factors behind it.

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She also condemned the insults that followed her statement.and described the response as unfair and reflective of a broader culture of intolerance toward unconventional life choices.

Phyna linked her decision to her upbringing, noting that her childhood experiences have significantly shaped her perspective on parenting.

“Dumb country people… I don’t want to bring a child in. I’m scared of becoming a parent like the one I had… and that’s on period,” she stated, underscoring her resolve to prioritise self-awareness over societal pressure.

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