"Don't Get a Lady Pregnant" - Nollywood Star Advises Fans Amid Economic Hardship

Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has espoused seven key things he believes Nigerians should avoid amid what he calls the current economic crises in Nigeria. 

In an Instagram post made on October 17, 2024, Agu stressed the importance of making prudent choices during these tough times.

"Here is a list of things to watch out for, the way things are going in our country today. Number one, try not to fall sick if possible," he advised, emphasising the increasing difficulties of accessing healthcare amid economic instability.

The actor continued, "Number two, make sure your phone is in good shape and ensure your data is active. Number three, make sure you drink plenty of water and healthy food, that is, if there is food to eat."

The star placed particular emphasis on pregnancy.

Humorously, Agu repeatedly listed pregnancy as the top thing to avoid, saying, "Number 4, no give woman belle o, for this hard time. Number 5, avoid cases that would land you in prison. Number 6, observe rule number four, no give woman belle o. Number 7 is always listen to rule number 4, no vibe woman belle o. And finally, which is the most important, pray to God."

One user wrote, "NO GIVE WOMAN BELLE OOOO... I say make I highlight am for capital letters."

"If you like go and say 'Children will bring financial blessings,' you’ll cry more than the baby. You better think about the future of your kids, if you’re not financially and mentally prepared to have kids, don’t ever bring an innocent child into this world to suffer!!" another person wrote.

"No do watin go land you for police station," another person emphasized.

Chiwetalu's humorous post comes after several Nigerians have become frustrated with growing economic hardships, and are planning nationwide protests against what they call the country’s worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation.

And with momentum soaring on social media, authorities fear a replay of the deadly 2020 demonstrations against police brutality in the West African nation.