CEO Luminee and Baba Ijesha’s Photo in Priest and Nun Outfits Draws Criticism

Nigerian fashion designer Abiodun Folashade Tokunbo, popularly known as CEO Luminee, has received criticism following a photo she shared with her husband, Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James Omiyinka, also known as Baba Ijesha.

The designer posted the picture on her Instagram page showing herself dressed as a Catholic nun while her husband wore an outfit resembling that of a Catholic priest. The couple were also pictured holding their baby.

Accompanying the photograph, CEO Luminee expressed gratitude and announced that only three days remained before the grand celebration of their child, King Kagar Omiyinka.

However, the couple’s choice of outfits did not sit well with some social media users, who questioned the idea behind the photoshoot.

Several commenters described the outfits as disrespectful to the Catholic Church, while others criticised the decision to use religious clothing for the occasion.

One Instagram user questioned whether anyone had advised the fashion designer before the photoshoot, describing the concept as inappropriate.

A third person also expressed displeasure, stating that using the outfits associated with Catholic priests and nuns in such a manner was inappropriate.

The reactions have also brought renewed attention to Baba Ijesha’s past legal troubles. The actor was convicted in a child-related sexual assault case and sentenced by a Lagos State High Court in July 2022. He had maintained his innocence during the legal proceedings.

Baba Ijesha has previously spoken about his experience through a song titled Eniwaye Daran, in which he shared his account of the events surrounding his arrest and alleged that he had been set up.

Meanwhile, CEO Luminee, who runs Luminee Couture Limited, and the actor have continued sharing moments from their family life following the arrival of their child.

The latest photograph has, however, generated conversations about the use of religious symbols and attire in entertainment and social media content.

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