Former Big Brother Naija housemate and actress Bamike Adenibuyan, popularly known as Bambam, is once again trending—but not for the reasons fans expected. What started as a joyful celebration of her daughter Zendaya’s academic success quickly turned into a social media storm, as Bambam came under fire for the outfit she wore to her daughter’s graduation ceremony.
The event, held at a prestigious international school in Nigeria, was meant to be a proud parent moment. Zendaya, the adorable daughter of Bambam and fellow ex-BBNaija star Teddy A, had just bagged the coveted title of Overall Best Graduating Student. Bambam, understandably thrilled, took to her Instagram page to share the joyous moment with fans. Videos of the graduation showed the little girl all smiles as she received her awards, with Bambam and Teddy A standing proudly beside her.
But while the internet celebrated Zendaya’s achievement, eyes quickly shifted to Bambam’s appearance—and not in a flattering way. She wore a tailored suit with a plunging neckline that exposed a generous amount of cleavage. In any other context, it may have been seen as elegant or bold. But at a children’s school event? Nigerians on social media were not having it.
Within minutes of the videos going viral, Bambam’s comments section was flooded with unsolicited fashion critiques. People weren’t just talking—they were dragging. Hard. Many questioned why she would choose such a revealing outfit for a children’s function, arguing that the setting demanded a more conservative approach. According to some, school graduations are sacred spaces for modesty and parental representation—not impromptu red carpet events.
One user wrote that her outfit made it hard to focus on the real star of the day—Zendaya. Another argued that mothers should be role models and questioned what kind of message Bambam was sending to her daughter. The tone of the backlash was both harsh and dramatic, with people accusing her of prioritizing glam over appropriateness.
But not everyone was critical. Some fans jumped to Bambam’s defense, praising her for always looking confident and stylish, and pointing out that Nigerian society tends to police women’s bodies too strictly. To them, the outrage was overblown and unnecessary. After all, they argued, a mother can slay and still be a great parent.
Still, the majority of reactions leaned toward disapproval. There was even a small debate online about how celebrities often forget to adapt their fashion choices to certain environments. Many argued that school functions require a different dress code—especially when you’re a public figure who knows you’ll be photographed and talked about.
The irony in all this is that just weeks ago, Bambam shared an emotional story about her difficult journey through motherhood. She opened up about her struggles during childbirth, revealing that she suffered organ complications and faced postpartum depression. The public had rallied behind her, praising her for being vulnerable and inspirational. Which makes the backlash even more surprising—one minute you’re everyone’s heroine, the next minute you’re trending for showing too much cleavage.
But that’s the reality of being a celebrity in the age of social media. Every move is scrutinized, every outfit is judged, and even something as wholesome as attending your child’s graduation can become a headline for the wrong reasons.
For now, Bambam hasn’t responded to the criticism. Whether she decides to defend her outfit choice or let the matter fade away, one thing is clear—when it comes to fame, even your wardrobe at a school event can stir national debate.
And as for little Zendaya, she’s already a star in her own right. Let’s just hope the next time she makes headlines, the focus stays where it belongs—on her brilliance, not her mother’s blouse.
Note these reports are all allegedly, as seen on the internet.
Written By Crystal Star
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