Ali Baba Reflects on Cultural Shifts After Viral Cigar Video at Ojude Oba
In a recent reflection, veteran comedian Ali Baba responded to a viral clip from the Ojude Oba festival. The footage shows a woman confidently puffing on an electronic cigarette while dressed in traditional regalia. Ali Baba said the scene made him ponder changing social norms. He raised questions about how modern feminism and evolving gender roles may be redefining expectations in relationships and family life. He even asked if customs—from marriage proposals and surname traditions to financial responsibilities and bride price—could look very different for future generations. While acknowledging that culture is dynamic, he wondered where society should draw the line between progress and the loss of core values. He stressed that his thoughts were not conclusions but open questions meant to spark deeper reflection on identity, relationships and cultural balance.
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