Nigerian singer Simi (Simisola Bolatito Kosoko) addressed controversy on February 22-23, 2026, after 2012 tweets resurfaced. Made at age 23 while helping at her mother’s daycare, the posts include playful descriptions of kids’ mischief, often boys, such as joking about a 4-year-old’s “inappropriate” touching, and affectionate remarks about hugging, kissing, or cuddling “adorable” children.

Critics called the language disturbing or inappropriate in hindsight, especially amid Simi’s recent strong advocacy against rape and sexual violence. Accusations of hypocrisy surfaced, with gender-flipped scenarios highlighted and influencer Daniel Regha criticizing her response as lacking accountability. Some demanded deeper scrutiny or input from parents from that time. In her X statement, Simi provided context without a formal apology:

The tweets reflected casual, everyday moments from her pre-fame life. Affection was innocent; children are naturally lovable and mischievous. She rejected “false narratives” and reaffirmed her lifelong stance against sexual assault, stating she’s “never been depraved.” Some old tweets were deleted by her team for family reasons.

Reactions are split: supporters see it as unfair scrutiny of old, innocent posts after 14 years, while detractors view the defense as evasive and the content troubling. The story highlights digital footprint risks and context shifts in sensitive advocacy topics. Coverage continues on X and outlets like Vanguard, Punch, Legit.ng, and Premium Times. No further developments reported as of February 24, 2026.