GTCO Fashion Weekend: Enioluwa Adeoluwa Slams Critics Of Effeminate Men, Warns Against Online Ridicule

Popular Nigerian content creator and influencer, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, has criticised those targeting effeminate men following the controversy that trailed the 2026 GTCO Fashion Weekend in Lagos.

The fashion event, which was held on November 7 and 8, sparked intense online reactions after some male models appeared in bold, gender-fluid outfits. Several social media users, including celebrities, criticised men embracing feminine styles, with some questioning the state of masculinity in society.

Reacting to the controversy in a series of posts on his X handle, Enioluwa urged men considered effeminate to be careful about the interviews they grant, warning that some content creators prioritise online engagement over telling their stories respectfully.

“I’ll encourage men considered ‘effeminate’ to be mindful of the interviews they grant. Unfortunately, some people are more interested in clicks, outrage and engagement than in telling your stories respectfully,” he wrote.

He further warned that some creators could edit their videos in ways that expose them to public ridicule without considering the possible consequences.

“They may film and edit your videos in ways that make you a subject of ridicule online, without considering your safety or the backlash you might face,” he added.

The influencer also advised them to be selective about the platforms they engage with, reminding them that they have the right to decline interviews.

“Please be discerning about the platforms you engage with. You deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, not used as content for mockery and reproach. And remember, it’s always okay to say NO,” he stated.

In another post, Enioluwa questioned why critics focused on videos of men wearing gender-fluid outfits at the fashion show while ignoring those dressed in conventional clothing.

“It’s interesting how people attend fashion shows, pick out videos of men dressed a certain way, put them together, and suddenly the conversation becomes, ‘We are losing our men."

“Meanwhile, that same fashion show has plenty of men wearing regular shirts and trousers, but those videos rarely get the same attention.

“It is a FASHION SHOW. A FASHION SHOW! Nobody is losing anything.”

He suggested that those interested in seeing men who fit their definition of masculinity could visit places such as stadiums and gyms rather than use fashion displays to push what he described as harmful narratives.

Enioluwa also condemned the practice of recording men working in hair salons, tailoring, fashion design and other creative industries and posting their videos online to attract engagement, knowing they could become targets of mockery.

He questioned why some people appeared surprised by the presence of effeminate men in these professions, despite their longstanding involvement in the industries.

“You’ve been going to hair salons all your life. You know that a lot of the men who work there are effeminate. You know the same is true of some men in fashion and other creative industries. You know this! So why are you suddenly acting surprised?” he asked.

The content creator maintained that these men were simply earning a living and should not be singled out because they did not conform to other people's expectations of masculinity.

“These people are simply working, earning a living and minding their business. Let them be! Don’t make videos of them,” he added.

He further criticised individuals who, in his view, use public platforms to judge and ridicule others while presenting themselves as moral authorities.

“You don’t even meet society’s standards of what it means to be a morally upright individual. Yet, the moment you find people you can easily ridicule, knowing others will join you, you suddenly appoint yourself the morality police,” he wrote.

Concluding his remarks, Enioluwa urged social media users and content creators to be more responsible with their platforms, warning that the narratives they promote could put other people's lives and safety at risk.

“You have a platform. Use it responsibly. Leave people alone!”