Toyin Lawani defends daughter after a troll’s comment on Instagram, warns of legal action, calls for public apology, and urges followers to report the bully
Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur Toyin Lawani has issued a stern warning to a social media user who posted an offensive comment about her second daughter under a video she shared online.
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Lawani, known for her fierce personality and outspoken defence of her family, did not mince words in her response.
She identified the troll as @kweenroyals and demanded a public apology, threatening both legal action and social media backlash if her warning was ignored.
“One thing I don’t joke with is my children,” Lawani stated firmly.
“If I drag you and your family once, you won’t try my kids again. Social media has turned all of us into mates. People now think they can disrespect families they don’t even know.”
The celebrity stylist, who runs the fashion brand Tiannah’s Empire, stressed that her children are entirely off-limits when it comes to online commentary.
She urged her followers to report the troll’s page for bullying, describing the comment as not only disrespectful but also psychologically abusive.
In a series of follow-up posts, Lawani reflected on the growing toxicity of social media and revealed that such comments were part of the reason she has reduced the amount of content she shares about her children.
One thing I don’t joke with is my children.
She wrote, “I used to post a lot about my children because I’m proud of them, but now I think twice because of the kind of negativity people bring. Some people have no boundaries.”
Lawani, a mother of three and a reality TV star, is widely known for her bold fashion sense and strong opinions. However, she has always drawn a firm line when it comes to protecting her family from online attacks.
The incident has sparked reactions from her fans, with many showing support and applauding her for standing up against cyberbullying.
The Toyin Lawani defends daughter** episode is the latest in a series of celebrity-parenting moments where public figures have spoken out against online harassment involving their children.
As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether the accused social media user will offer the public apology Lawani demands.
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In the meantime, the stylist’s firm stance has added to ongoing conversations about child protection and cyberbullying on Nigerian social media platforms.
Peculiar Adirika is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
