Reality TV star and influencer Tacha Akide has sparked conversation online after sharing her unfiltered thoughts on the red carpet appearances of Nigerian celebrities at the 2025 Met Gala.

In a social media post that has since gone viral, Tacha expressed her disappointment with the looks served by Tems, Ayra Starr, and Burna Boy, all of whom made history as part of the first wave of Afrobeats stars to grace fashion’s biggest night.

I think someone had to say it. So the Nigerians at the Met Gala did not represent and this is coming from a place of love. You know I love Ayra Starr and Tems, and I’m crazy about Burna Boy but trust me, they didn’t represent at all.

just had to say iT!!! pic.twitter.com/E7bJPTSy4u

— TACHA🔱🇬🇭 🇳🇬 (@Symply_Tacha) May 7, 2025

She broke down the fashion looks of the celebs, starting with Tems, whose outfit she claimed to not understand.

Girl I get that the outfit was Oswald Boteng but it’s very clear that you weren’t their first choice because I’m not even understanding this outfit at all. Haven’t you heard of veekee James or Swanky Jerry? They would have brought the moon down for your outfit with pure creativity. 

Next, she highlighted Ayra Starr’s outfit, stressing that it looked rushed and not completely thought through.

Now to Ayra Starr, you’re our future of Afrobeats our gen Z baddie. You cannot be wearing that to the met gala, it’s giving last minute or you weren’t informed. Do you know what veekee James. The look is giving Mary Amaka, please don’t do it again. If these designers don’t want you as their first choice please come home .

Burna boy you always kill the red carpet, what happened? You never miss but this time you did. You know we love you but next time let come correct.

She concluded by saying, “Let’s not even lie even Priscilla’s wedding served us better looks. One thing Nigerians are known for is music and also fashion sense. I love my people but someone had to say it.”

As would be expected, Tacha’s video sparked reactions and equal outrage, with mant taking the opportunity to educta her about how the Met Gala actually works.

See some reactions below:

You’re only skilled at video editing; beyond that, there’s nothing in your head!

Aunty Tacha….the designers buy tables then invite celebs and dress them to showcase their designs. You for dey ask questions before you whip out camera. 🤦‍♂️

As if veekee James and the other Nigerians you mentioned have $75,000 to purchase a ticket to showcase their works. girl just critique their outfit and go, stop giving advice on what/who they should wear cos you’re clueless on how the METGALA works.

The reason most celebs wear outfits by certain designers is cause these designers pay for their ticket. It’s $75,000 per ticket. Will Vicki James pay that for Ayra Star?

Amid the swirling speculations regarding his relationship with Davido’s cousin Niko, Nigerian skit maker Nasty Blaq has set the record straight that they are just friends.

The renowned skit maker took to X to clarify the situation, stressing that the only person he is romantically involved with is his partner, Esther.

The Loml is Esther. I and Nikos are just very good friends. Bloggers please stop the agenda.

The Loml is Esther. I and Nikos are just very good friends. Bloggers please stop the agenda 🤦🏾‍♂️

— NASTY BLAQ (@NastyBlaq) May 6, 2025

The statement comes after the pair collaborated on a comedy skit, leading to online chatter and subtle speculation suggesting something more than friendship between him and Niko. But Nasty Blaq’s clarification seems to have split social media users, with some applauding his openness while others questioned the need for an explanation in the first place.

Some others told him to focus on the football match that was airing at the time he made the post.

Reactions:

A very silly agenda by the bloggers

Why you dey explain?

Bloggers no talk anything….na u want make dem talk am.We all know she is for Young Jon

You go explain explain tire no evidence 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

Good as you clear the air.. 

And I know why it’s not even about the bloggers lol

But you suppose de watch ball like this you no hold any body any explanation

A man can never be just friends with a woman he’s attracted to. Even if you’re not attracted to your female bestie, if she opens on a good day you go still knack if you no get dk discipline.

Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr has achieved another landmark feat after her hit single received a UK platinum plaque.

The song, released in September 2022, has enjoyed commercial success in the United Kingdom, where Ayra Starr became the first Nigerian female artist to debut a solo track on the UK Official Top 100.

With her latest platinum plaque, the Grammy-nominated singer adds to the certifications received by the song, which is one of the Afrobeats tracks to have received a Diamond certification in France.

2025 has gotten off to a busy start for the singer, who was one of the stars who graced the celebrated MET Gala.

Ayra Starr also recently released a new song titled ‘Gimme Dat’ featuring Grammy-winning megastar Wizkid.

The single, released on April 25, 2025, samples Wyclef Jean‘s classic records ‘Diallo’ and ‘911’ featuring Mary J Blige.

‘Gimme Dat’ is the second collaboration between both stars after Ayra Starr appeared on ‘2 Sugar’ off Wizkid’s fifth ‘More Love, Less Ego’.

The Grammy nominee led 30 Nigerian songs connecting with global audiences thanks to her appearance on Rvssian‘s hit record ‘Santa’, which also appears on her sophomore album ‘The Year I Turned 21’.

Her sophomore album enjoyed commercial success with notable records like ‘Woman Commando’ featuring Coco Jones and Aniita and her hit single ‘Commas’.

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It also contributed to her history-making MOBO win earlier in 2025, which further emphasised her status as one of Africa’s biggest global exports.

Ayra Starr also added to her Headies collection at the 17th Headies, where she won the prize for Best R&B single for her song ‘Last Heartbreak Song’ featuring Giveon.