Nollywood actress Toke Makinwa has responded to claims that modern Nigerian women are materialistic and primarily seek financial benefits in relationships. During an episode of the MENtality podcast, she argued that romantic relationships have historically been transactional and suggested that Nigerian men often provide little beyond financial support.

Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has criticized the practice of dating for financial gain, labeling it a "romantic scam". In a recent interview with BBC Pidgin, he argued that some women enter relationships primarily to obtain money, which he equates to fraud. Ike advised these women to consider street-begging instead of pursuing relationships for financial benefits.

Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike stated that love and marriage are not scams, emphasizing that the issues arise when individuals enter relationships solely for financial gain. In an interview with BBC News Pidgin, he remarked that relationships become fraudulent when one partner uses the other for support. He advised women not to heed the opinions of those whose marriages have failed.

The family of late Nollywood actor John Ikechukwu Okafor, known as Mr Ibu, has discussed the difficulties they have encountered since his passing. In a recent visit from content creator King Mitchy, they revealed that Mr Ibu's only daughter and two sons have had to drop out of school due to these challenges.

Chioma Uzodimma, the wife of the Imo State Governor, has advised men to care for their wives while they are financially stable, suggesting that such kindness will be reciprocated during challenging times. She emphasized that women generally wish for the best for their husbands, which can strengthen their support in difficult periods, according to Information Nigeria.

Media personality Toke Makinwa stated that relationships between men and women have historically involved an element of exchange, a trend she claims dates back to biblical times rather than being a modern phenomenon influenced by social media. This assertion was made during a discussion with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Toolz.