From Feminist Firebrand to Fiancée: Fisayo Longe Faces Online Firestorm After Engagement Goes Viral [VIDEO]

 

Fisayo Longe, widely recognized as the creative force behind Kai Collective and a vocal proponent of feminist ideals, is no stranger to stirring conversation. But this time, the conversation isn’t centered on her vibrant fashion label or bold social commentaries—it’s about love, tears, and a diamond ring.

After sharing a heartfelt video of her engagement—complete with tears of joy—Longe found herself at the center of an unexpected backlash. While thousands of fans and well-wishers celebrated the joyous moment, a vocal segment of the internet, particularly Twitter, chose instead to resurrect her past statements. One tweet from 2020, now making fresh rounds, became the epicenter of controversy: “I do not rate men.”

That single sentence, emblematic of Longe’s once-fiery takedowns of patriarchal norms and traditional relationship expectations, has returned to haunt her—at least, according to the critics. Some argue that her current romantic celebration contradicts her earlier outspoken views on Nigerian men and marriage as an institution.

Memes, sarcastic retweets, and jabs quickly proliferated across social platforms. One viral tweet read, “This same Fisayo Longe that was a menace Feminazi and Prefect for 'Men are scm' here is getting married!?” Another quipped, “Now she’s engaged and werey even dey drop tears." The tone ranged from humorous to cutting, with many accusing her of hypocrisy.

Critics weren’t just questioning her personal choices—they were dissecting what they perceived as a larger ideological betrayal. For some, it was a moment to pounce on what they see as the contradictions in modern feminism, particularly when feminists choose to participate in traditionally celebrated romantic milestones like engagement and marriage.

Despite the online storm, Longe didn’t retreat. Her response, cool and composed, made it clear she wasn’t interested in giving her detractors the satisfaction of a drawn-out battle. Posting to Twitter, she simply stated: “Unfortunately for you all, my days of going back and forth with Nigerian men on Twitter are so over. Run it up.”

The remark signaled a sharp pivot from her previous online confrontations, many of which had earned her both applause and ire. Once known for her assertive tone in online discourse, especially around gender politics, Longe seems ready to disengage from combative narratives—even when she’s at the center of them.

Social media, a place that can catapult creators and entrepreneurs into stardom, is also a breeding ground for rapid judgment. For public figures like Longe, past tweets are often mined and weaponized to challenge present realities. The cultural tug-of-war between personal evolution and online permanence continues to be a recurring issue for celebrities navigating identity and influence in the digital age.

Many supporters have also come to her defense, arguing that growth and change should not be punished. “So women aren’t allowed to fall in love now?” one user tweeted. Another added, “You can challenge toxic masculinity and still cry when your person proposes. These things aren’t mutually exclusive.”

Longe’s journey from fierce feminist rhetoric to teary-eyed fiancée isn’t necessarily a contradiction—it could very well be the mark of personal evolution, of reconciling ideology with intimacy. Yet, in an era where the internet remembers everything, even a celebration of love can be polarizing.

Whether this moment marks a turning point in her public persona or simply a temporary flare-up remains to be seen. For now, Fisayo Longe is engaged—and unapologetic.

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