Veteran Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has sparked conversation with his recent remarks on feminism, describing the modern version of the movement as a distortion of its original purpose - one that now, in his view, "borders on criminality." Speaking in an interview with The EchoRoom, the 48-year-old actor reflected on how feminism has evolved over the years.
He acknowledged the early feminist movements for championing important causes such as addressing patriarchy and gender inequality.
However, he argued that today's version has shifted dramatically."I consider it a crime, a kind of assault," Iyke stated. "The perpetrators of this… clearly, I would not name the magazine… launched a clever campaign to push sales.
Who were their chief readers?
