Veteran Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has stirred reactions online after speaking about commercial sex work and the struggles some young women face while trying to survive.
The actress shared her opinion during a recent episode of the Moraya Show, where she spoke about the harsh economic reality pushing some ladies into becoming commercial sex workers.
According to Bello, she does not look down on women involved in sex work, especially those doing it because of financial hardship or family responsibilities. She explained that some young women enter the lifestyle because they are trying to support their parents, feed their families, or pay school fees for their siblings.
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The movie star said she understands the pressure many people are facing and believes nobody should be mocked for trying to survive difficult situations.
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She also advised women involved in the business to carry themselves with dignity and self-respect despite the nature of the work.
However, Bello warned that sex work should not become a permanent lifestyle. She urged ladies doing it because of temporary financial struggles to work towards leaving it behind once their situation improves.
“If what you are doing now is being a ‘runs girl’ to make money, you don’t have to stay there. I understand it, I never judge. If you go be ash*wo, do am well. Do it well with respect and your full-chest.
“However, don’t stay there. If that is what you have to do right now to make a living.. Some girls are doing it because they need to feed mom, send their younger ones to school. I understand it. However, my darlings, don’t stay there,” she advised.
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