Renowned thespian Taiwo Ajai-Lycett has expressed disapproval of African women who wear wigs, attributing it to low self-esteem.
The veteran actress, broadcaster, and National Honours Award holder conveyed her sentiments during an exclusive interview with Potpourri at a Lagos event.
Ajai-Lycett, accentuated the natural beauty of African women’s hair, questioned the choice of opting for human hair from less endowed races. She urged African women to embrace their God-given beauty, highlighting the versatility of their natural hair that can be transformed into various looks.
“We have been blessed with the best kind of hair that we can transform into any kind of looks we desire. We have to love ourselves as Africans and appreciate our God-given beauty. Our Africanness is what stands us out among all the races of the world. The African woman is beautiful in all ramifications. I believe women who go for wigs and human hair have low self-esteem. Their desire to look western and foreign is a sign of low self-esteem,” she remarked.
The actress, known for her unwavering advocacy of feminist ideals, underscored the vital role of women in society.
She insisted that women, being the source of life and creation, must be accorded respect and compassion for a harmonious and successful life.
“If you want your life to be in order and successful, be kind to the women in your life. It is when the women in your life are happy that you can truly be happy. By women, I mean your mother, your wife, your sister, or as the case may be,” she advised.
