The award-winning artist, who was enjoying time with fans in Lagos before heading to Abuja, made headlines when a video of her arriving at the event surfaced online. In the clip, Ayra Starr donned a daring, skimpy dress that exposed significant parts of her body. At one point, she could be seen using her hand to secure the chest area of the outfit, seemingly to avoid a wardrobe malfunction.

This fashion choice didn’t sit well with many fans, who took to social media to express their disapproval, pointing out her apparent discomfort in the dress. Critics questioned why she would wear something she wasn’t fully at ease in, reigniting debates about her style, which has been a subject of controversy in the past.

Despite the backlash, Ayra Starr appeared unfazed, as she has been in previous instances of public critique.

Here’s how fans reacted:

• @chiamaka_fayvour: "I don tire to defend this girl."
• @scarlet_zamani: "Fr fr tho why put on a dress you ain’t comfortable in."
• @wazir_olatomiwa: "It’s like a deformity, but many of you won’t understand."
• @ijerex1: "I know a lot of people will say mind your business, but the fact still remains that she is not comfortable in that dress."
• @tayorcruz: "That is why I love Tems. She doesn't need to be naked to show how sexy she is, but u see this one."