Seasoned actress Bimbo Akintola has claimed that cheating is a deeply ingrained habit among Nigerian men, citing polygamy and paternal influence as contributing factors.

According to Akintola in a recent interview, a staggering 90 to 99% of Nigerian men cheat, and women should be realistic about relationships rather than living in denial.

In her words: “The majority of our men cheat. Your father cheated, sir. Sorry, I’m sorry. Your grandfather did. Polygamy, polygamy. Yes, my father has two wives.

“I don’t know where this idea of fidelity came from in Africa. The reality is 90 to 99% of our men cheat, it’s ingrained in them. Some even grew up following their fathers to see girlfriends.

She referenced high-profile couples like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, stating that even they have navigated infidelity.

She added: “You leave one man because he cheated, you go to another, the same problem. Jessie cheated on Beyoncé.

“Did she leave? No. So please, let’s talk about the reality we are facing.”

Akintola’s statements have elicited mixed reactions, with some people nodding to her perspective on cultural norms and others criticising her views as enabling infidelity.