Nigerian highlife star Flavour, also known as Ijele, has set social media ablaze with his daring fashion choices, but not everyone’s a fan! On April 19, 2025, Flavour posted on X under his handle @2niteFlavour, sharing a series of photos with a simple caption, “😎,” and a link to his post. The images show him rocking a leopard print shirt, black pants with a studded belt, and holding a small handbag, all while posing in a sleek, modern lounge. The outfit has sparked a heated debate, with some fans slamming it as “feminine” and others defending his bold style. Let’s dive into the details, fan reactions, and what this moment reveals about Nigerian fashion and cultural norms.
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— Flavour of Africa (@2niteFlavour) April 19, 2025
Flavour’s photos are all about confidence! He’s seen in a leopard print shirt, unbuttoned to reveal a tattoo on his chest, paired with high-waisted black pants cinched with a studded belt. He accessorizes with gold bracelets, a ring, and round sunglasses, holding a glass in one hand and a small black handbag with orange detailing in the other. The setting—a luxurious lounge with glass panels, wooden accents, and a bar stocked with bottles—adds a sophisticated vibe to his look. Known for hits like Nwa Baby and his highlife-Afrobeats fusion, Flavour has always been a trendsetter, but this outfit pushes boundaries. The leopard print, deep V-neck, and handbag have drawn attention, with some fans calling it too feminine for a male artist. The photos, taken from different angles, show him posing with a cool demeanor, leaning against a counter or walking through glass doors, embodying a mix of swagger and style.
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The X thread under Flavour’s post is a rollercoaster of reactions, mostly leaning toward criticism and concern. @RealpreneurNG didn’t hold back, saying, “Disappointing! A great Artist and Leader from our side in this music thing and this is what you run with. This look is an abomination. This is a very bad look for a Man.” @Mia47522749 took issue with the handbag, commenting, “It’s time we start calling u aunty Flavour since u have decided to b carrying hand bag.. don’t dis pipo know dey are influencing d young ones???? Wat s dis rubbish.”
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Others added humor and cultural jabs. @MarinatedTurks called him “The whisperer 🥳🥳🥳🥳 Idizi ka burning furnace,” mixing Igbo phrases with praise, while @AfamDeluxo teased, “Ijele, nkea ịna eyizi abanto nke ikpeazụ a. 😂,” suggesting Flavour’s recent style choices are a bit much. @iamkuttie quipped, “E come dey be like say all of una dey drag who go look like Bobrisky more lately 🤦 Allegedly o 🤲,” referencing the controversial crossdresser. @Nemonwa even asked, “Why are you gay?” while @JoyOlayi pointed out, “The belt, the purse, and the open chest are pointing in one direction.” The reactions highlight a deep divide, with many fans feeling Flavour’s look challenges traditional masculinity.
