Kate Henshaw Sparks Debate Over Comment on Girl’s Preference for ‘Yahoo Boys’ Over Working Class Men

Nigerian actress Kate Henshaw is trending on X (formerly Twitter) after responding to a viral video where a young woman expressed her preference for dating “Yahoo boys”—a term for internet fraudsters—over working-class men.

In the video, a vlogger asks the young woman to choose between dating a “Yahoo boy” or a “working-class guy.” She chose the former, citing the benefits of frequent club outings and financial support, compared to a working-class man who, she claimed, would expect her to stay home and cook.

Reacting to the video, Henshaw wrote, “Na so dem go take pieces you for ritual. Yeye mindset,” cautioning against the dangers associated with dating fraudsters.

Her response sparked intense debate among users on X. Some criticized her for what they interpreted as an endorsement of violence against women, while others defended her, saying she was highlighting the risks involved in associating with men engaged in criminal activities.