Edochie's condemnation was unequivocal, dismissing any justifications for these actions as "unacceptable and dangerous." She expressed profound concern over the apparent glamorization of immoral conduct, particularly the notion that controversial and unethical acts are merely publicity stunts designed to gain fame. "Immorality at its highest peak. When did child abuse become legal? When did keeping an affair with an underage (less than 18) become a thing to be proud of?" she challenged in her post, highlighting the disturbing shift in societal norms.
The actress particularly honed in on the complicity of online spaces. "The sickening thing here is that social media is not even helping matters; they hype and take sides with this evil with reasons that are never justifiable," she lamented, pointing to a trend where serious ethical breaches are often downplayed or even celebrated for clicks and engagement.
Edochie firmly rejected the idea that success or recognition necessitates a compromise of moral values. She underscored that true fame and societal acknowledgment should never come at the expense of ethical conduct or the well-being of the vulnerable.
Beyond the direct issue of child abuse, Edochie also raised broader concerns about the content to which children are exposed within their own homes. She cautioned against the seemingly careless engagement with "so-called songs of immorality" and other media that promote questionable values, urging families to be more discerning about what influences their children.
"Everything has just been normalized in this country; immorality is highly celebrated, Tufiakwa," she concluded, her impassioned plea serving as a call for greater societal accountability and a renewed commitment to safeguarding the younger generation from harmful influences. Her stance reflects a growing concern among many Nigerians about the erosion of traditional values and the need for a stronger collective effort to uphold moral standards.