Afrobeats singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has stirred widespread reactions on social media after calling for severe punishment for rapists.
The singer made the comments in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday night, amid growing public concern over reported cases of sexual assault across Nigeria in recent weeks.
Expressing frustration over the situation, Simi urged authorities and citizens to take stronger action against perpetrators of sexual violence. In her post, she called for extreme punitive measures for convicted rapists, a stance that immediately triggered debate online.
While some users supported her outrage and demand for tougher consequences, others argued that discussions around sexual assault should also address concerns about false accusations.
In subsequent posts, Simi clarified that her comments were driven by advocacy for victims of sexual assault. She maintained that many women have experienced some form of sexual violence and stressed that fear and insecurity remain widespread among women.
The singer also urged men to hold one another accountable, stating that silence and inaction can create an environment where abuse persists.
Her remarks have since generated intense conversation on social media, reflecting broader national concerns about sexual violence, justice for victims and the appropriate legal consequences for offenders.