Jim Iyke’s modern feminism criticism draws heat as actor calls movement distorted, toxic, and misleading in a viral interview with The EchoRoom.
Jim Iyke modern feminism criticism has ignited heated discussions after the veteran Nollywood actor openly condemned the current feminist movement, calling it distorted and harmful.
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In a candid interview with The EchoRoom, the 48-year-old actor praised early feminism for tackling patriarchy and promoting gender equity.
However, he claimed the modern version has lost its purpose and now “borders on criminality.”
“I consider it a crime, a kind of assault,” Iyke declared, alleging that the ideology was initially crafted by a women’s magazine to boost sales.
When men and women work together, that’s when true balance is achieved.
According to him, the campaign was designed to appeal to female readers by encouraging them to challenge traditional gender roles.
But over time, he said, it escalated into an ideology that promotes competition rather than cooperation between men and women.
Iyke accused the movement of embracing double standards and called it “two-faced,” arguing that it discourages true gender balance and harmony.
“When men and women work together, that’s when true balance is achieved,” he stressed.
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The Jim Iyke modern feminism criticism has since gone viral, sparking fierce reactions online, with some praising his honesty while others call his views outdated.
Ibrahim Onipede is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
