Nigerian singer and songwriter Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has reportedly deactivated her X (formerly Twitter) account as of February 24-25, 2026, following widespread online backlash over old tweets from 2012 that resurfaced amid discussions on sexual violence. The controversy erupted after Simi made strong public statements advocating against rape and sexual assault, including calls for harsh punishment for perpetrators in the context of recent cases. This prompted users to dig into her old posts, uncovering tweets from when she was 23 years old, living with and assisting at her mother’s daycare center while pursuing her music career.
Some tweets described interactions with children at the daycare, including one referencing a four-year-old boy named David who had a “crush” on her, and another where she jokingly claimed a child was “harassing” her. Critics interpreted these as inappropriate or sexualizing minors, leading to accusations of perversion, pedophilia references, and demands for investigation. Social media erupted with outrage, memes comparing her to controversial figures, and calls for accountability.
Simi addressed the issue in a detailed statement on X (before deactivation), explaining: “In 2012, I lived and helped out at my mom’s daycare while I was hustling my music. I tweeted everything that happened in my life, as we all did at the time.” She insisted the posts were innocent, casual observations of daily life, not rooted in perversion, and emphasized her consistent stance against rape and sexual assault. She added, “I’ve never been depraved in my life,” and accused critics of twisting her words to fit false narratives. Some tweets were reportedly deleted by her team due to family sensitivity.
The backlash escalated further when the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) stated it was ready to investigate “disturbing allegations” involving the daycare facility if credible evidence is provided, though no formal charges have been filed. This prompted more reactions, including selective hypocrisy claims and defenses from supporters arguing the tweets were misinterpreted humor from over a decade ago.
Simi’s deactivation comes amid the storm, with reports circulating on X and blogs confirming her account is no longer accessible. The incident highlights the risks of old social media posts resurfacing in the digital age, especially for public figures. No official statement from Simi or her management has followed the deactivation, and reactions remain polarized between condemnation and calls for context.
