The 23-year-old artiste, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, came under scrutiny after images from her appearance at the Zsongo Experience at KOKO London circulated online. She had headlined Part 1 of the event, which also featured a surprise appearance from fellow Nigerian star Tiwa Savage.
For the performance, Ayra Starr made a striking fashion statement by pairing a traditional Nigerian gele with a modern streetwear-inspired outfit. While many fans praised the creative fusion of cultural and contemporary style, others described the outfit as overly revealing when combined with the gele, triggering heated conversations about fashion boundaries and cultural representation
“Y’all relax in the comments I’ve worn way worse and I’m going to wear wayyy worse so manage your yarns.”
Her remark quickly spread across social media, intensifying discussions around her fashion choices. While a section of her fanbase applauded her confidence and individuality, others maintained their disapproval, arguing that the outfit was inappropriate for the cultural accessory it incorporated.
The incident adds to ongoing conversations in the entertainment industry about artistic expression, personal branding, and the evolving intersection of traditional Nigerian attire with global pop culture aesthetics.
