Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has sparked widespread reactions online after making a controversial statement about modern dating strategies among men.
During a recent conversation that has since gone viral on social media, the actor explained what he described as a common approach some men now use when trying to win over a woman who is already connected to someone else.
According to him, some men do not directly express romantic interest at the early stage. Instead, they gradually build friendship and emotional availability, positioning themselves as supportive figures in the woman’s life while concealing their true intentions.
His words…
“If I’m moving towards your babe, I won’t tell her I like her. I will befriend her and always be there for her. You will sound weird if you stop her from being friends with me. That’s the way guys move to babes now.”
Some critics argue that such an approach can blur boundaries and create trust issues in relationships, especially when emotional connection is built under unclear intentions. Others, however, say it reflects how dating dynamics have evolved in a social media-driven era where relationships often begin through friendship circles and constant online interaction.
The comment quickly triggered debate across social media platforms, with many users divided over whether the strategy reflects “modern dating reality” or promotes dishonest intentions in relationships.