Nigerian comedian Woli Arole has come under fire for comments he made about surrogacy. On June 16, 2025, Arole shared a post on Instagram that many have called offensive and judgmental. His message quickly went viral, sparking outrage across social media.

In his post, Arole argued that women should only consider surrogacy if they have medical issues. He wrote, “It is a blessing for a woman to carry her baby in her womb. That’s how God wants it. Don’t let wokeness derail you.” He added, “You can’t say my body, my decision, I don’t feel like carrying a child, I want surrogacy. Nooooo!!! Your body is God’s temple!”

Many Nigerians, especially women, strongly disagreed with him. Social media users accused the comedian of trying to control women’s choices. One person commented, “Dear men, learn to stop commenting on the use of women’s body. Allow us women to talk it out with ourselves. Thank you.”

Another said, “Why do men always have opinions on women’s bodies? You don’t have a uterus. You don’t go through menstrual cramps. Yet you feel the need to judge? If a woman chooses surrogacy legally and with consent, it should be respected.”

The reactions were swift and widespread. Many people said his remarks were not only out of line but harmful. They pointed out that reproductive decisions are deeply personal and should be free from public judgment.

Woli Arole has not responded to the backlash at the time of writing. However, the debate he sparked continues to grow online. His post has opened up conversations about religion, choice, and the right to control one’s own body.

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