Ghanaian actress Shugatiti has responded to critics who have labeled her a ‘prostitute’ due to her social media activities.
In a candid discussion with Fiifi Pratt on Kingdom FM, she argued that women who engage in sexual relationships with multiple men outside of marriage could be perceived as behaving like prostitutes.
“People call me a prostitute, but in my opinion, if a woman is involved with multiple men without being married, she fits the definition of a prostitute. That’s how I see it. Personally, I have only dated one Nigerian,” Shugatiti asserted.
She emphasized that prostitution goes beyond street solicitation, pointing out that it also encompasses those engaged in multiple premarital relationships.
Shugatiti expressed her indifference to online criticism, maintaining that her perspective on prostitution is rooted in a broader understanding of the term.
“Prostitution is not just about standing on the streets. It involves anyone who engages in sexual activities with multiple partners outside of marriage,” she explained.
Shugatiti cited an example of a woman she knows who is dating multiple men simultaneously, attributing this trend to economic challenges. Her comments have sparked mixed reactions on social media.
Actor Eddie Nartey shared his thoughts, disagreeing with Shugatiti’s analogy. He wrote, “I do not subscribe to that analogy. ‘Ashawo’ is simply SEX FOR MONEY. So, suppose you have had two relationships which were not based on the above mentioned, how can you be called ‘Ashawo’. Unless the definition has changed with the Gen Z’s.”
In her post, the Ghanaian actress also mentioned that many women rely on several men for various needs, from mobile credit to rent and wigs.
