I’m the First Person to Bring My Daughter to a Club” – Actress Laide Bakare Stirs Controversy

Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has set social media on fire after revealing that she personally introduced her 17-year-old daughter, Simisola, to clubbing and alcohol. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

The actress made the disclosure during an interview with Mr. Lilgaga, where she explained her decision and the experience.

Her Statement

Speaking openly, Laide Bakare said:

“I’m the first person that will bring her to a club. That was her first club experience ever. I love the fact that in her memory, she will say my very first clubbing and alcoholic drink was from my mum.”

According to her, the ages of 17 and 18 are formative years when young people are exposed to the realities of life. She claimed it was important for her daughter to experience such things under her supervision.

Addressing Her Daughter’s Body Physique

Laide also responded to online discussions about Simisola’s physical appearance, clarifying: “She’s 17 now, that’s just how we are in our family. Even me, I’m 44.”

This comes after the actress proudly celebrated Simisola’s academic achievement in Canada, where she graduated from high school at 16 with an impressive 4.80 GPA.

On Her Love Life

During the same interview, the actress opened up about her views on relationships. She admitted she is doubtful about falling in love again, stressing that for her, both money and love must come together.

“I doubt if I can fall in love. Money and love together — that combo must be complete. I’ve been broke, I’ve been down, and I came back again,” she said.

Public Reactions

Her revelation has sparked heated debate online, with some fans criticizing her for exposing her teenage daughter to clubbing, while others argue it reflects her personal parenting style.