Ijeoma Otabor, popularly known as Phyna and a former winner of the BBnaija reality show, has issued a public apology for her recent controversial statement on abortion, which ignited a firestorm of criticism. In an attempt to address the backlash and set the record straight, Phyna took to social media to express her sincere regret and clarify her position.
The controversy erupted when Phyna made a rather sweeping statement during an interview, declaring, “There’s no woman that can say she hasn’t done abortion once or twice.” This assertion, understandably, did not sit well with many netizens, including her fellow celebrities, and sparked outrage among thousands of Nigerians on various social media platforms.
Phyna’s Apology
“Firstly, I would like to address the fact that in as much as I was misunderstood, I didn’t mean to project it on every female gender. I will never encourage abortion.
“I admit that I was being too expressive in the heat of the interview hence my assertions.
I will reiterate that abortion is not a thing I stand for and I should not be seen in that light and I admit to all mistakes made.
Read also: Burna Boy Pleads With Nigeria Media, See details
“I want to use this medium to thank my fans, family, and friends for their constant love and support, I don’t intend to let you down. Thank you, Phyna.”
The reality TV star attributed her earlier remarks to the heat of the moment during the interview, acknowledging that she had been overly expressive.
She unequivocally reiterated her stance against abortion and took full responsibility for any misconceptions arising from her previous statements. In closing, she expressed her gratitude to her fans, family, and friends for their unwavering support and promised not to let them down.
This public apology marks Phyna’s effort to rectify the damage done by her initial statement and clarify her position on a sensitive topic. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of choosing one’s words carefully, especially when discussing subjects as sensitive as abortion.
