Big Brother Naija reality star Victoria Iye, widely known as Vee, has weighed in on the ongoing discussion regarding singer Burna Boy’s alleged failure to fulfill a promise to socialite Sophia Egbueje. This controversy erupted after a leaked audio recording surfaced, in which Sophia accused Burna Boy of engaging in a one-night stand with her and not delivering on his commitment to buy her a Lamborghini.
In a candid video message shared on her TikTok page, Vee expressed her concerns about the broader implications of this situation, particularly regarding the dynamics between men and women in Nigeria. She highlighted that many Nigerian women find themselves in a “survival mode,” relying on men for financial support, which she believes has led to a shift in how relationships are perceived.
Vee described the current state of relationships in Nigeria as increasingly transactional, stating that sex has become commodified. She remarked, “She [Sophia Egbueje] wanted to sleep with someone in exchange for a Lamborghini. That’s fantastic.” This statement underscores her belief that such exchanges have become normalized in society.
Vee also raised questions about the motivations of those involved in the recording of the conversation, expressing her discomfort with the person who instigated it. She stated, “I’m so scared of the person who was instigating that conversation while recording it. That’s the devil’s friend.” This remark suggests that she views the act of recording and leaking private conversations as morally questionable.
Further, Vee commented on the cyclical nature of these situations, indicating that similar cases are likely to emerge in the future. She noted, “By next week, there will be another case of fooling. We are used to that.” This statement reflects her perspective that such controversies are a recurring theme in the entertainment industry.
Vee emphasized the reality of the situation, acknowledging that societal norms have shifted to accommodate transactional relationships. She stated, “Everything has become very transactional. We normalize it now and pay the price later.” This highlights her belief that while people may criticize or defend such arrangements, they are an inherent part of the current social landscape.
She concluded by asserting that the ongoing discourse around these issues may be futile, as the dynamics of supply and demand will persist. Vee stated, “There are always going to be men that want to pay for sex and there are always going to be women that are willing to have the sex. Long shall it continue, there’s nothing we can do about that, especially in Nigeria where a lot of women are on survival mode.”
Her comments suggest a call for a deeper examination of the societal pressures that lead women to engage in such relationships, emphasizing that the situation needs to be addressed to prevent it from worsening. Vee’s insights contribute to the ongoing conversation about gender dynamics, relationships, and the socio-economic challenges faced by many women in Nigeria.
