I Dress for Me” – Nengi Fires Back at Critics Over Outfit at Recent Event*

Lagos, Nigeria – May 5, 2025

Former BBNaija star and fashion icon, Rebecca "Nengi" Hampson, has responded with fiery grace to the wave of backlash she received over her daring outfit at a recent high-profile event in Lagos.

Nengi turned heads over the weekend when she stepped onto the red carpet in a bold, figure-hugging ensemble that left little to the imagination. While the look earned admiration from fans and fashion-forward influencers, it also sparked criticism from conservative corners of social media, who labeled the outfit "too revealing" and "inappropriate."

But Nengi is not one to stay silent.

In a statement posted to her Instagram stories on Sunday evening, the reality star clapped back at the negative comments, stating, *“I dress for me. Not for society’s double standards. If confidence and self-expression make you uncomfortable, maybe it’s time to look inward.”*

She went on to emphasize that fashion is a form of art and personal freedom—not a measure of morality. “Every woman has the right to feel beautiful in her skin and wear what empowers her. I’m not here to meet anyone’s expectations but my own.”

The statement has since gone viral, with fans flooding her comment section with messages of support and admiration for her unapologetic stance.

Celebrities and influencers have also weighed in, some praising Nengi for challenging rigid beauty standards in Nigeria’s entertainment scene.

Fashion critics, meanwhile, have dubbed her look “a statement of self-possession,” highlighting the growing trend of women in media reclaiming the narrative around their bodies and choices.

As the conversation continues to trend online, one thing is clear: Nengi is not just serving looks—she’s serving lessons in confidence, ownership, and individuality.