Controversial Afrobeat singers, Seun Kuti, has made a bold claim that women are more likely to be unfaithful in relationships and marriages compared to men.
Kuti says that the idea that males are the main culprits when it comes to cheating is just social propaganda. The musician discussed his views on infidelity during his visit on the “Bahd & Boujee” Podcast, which is presented by actress Moet Abebe and reality sensation Tolanibaj.
Contrary to popular belief, Kuti stated that women engage in cheating more frequently than men do.
After expressing their disapproval of his position, the podcast hosts prompted Kuti to expand on his point of view. He maintained that there have been famous cases of women being disloyal throughout history, such as the biblical tale of Joseph and his master’s wife. Though both men and women are capable of adultery, Seun Kuti questioned why there are not as many examples of males cheating on their wives in religious writings.
He challenged males to accept that women are just as capable of cheating on their partners as men are, shattering the myth that only men do this kind of behavior. Men who think their partners are at home all the time should think about the possibility that adultery is occurring inside their own social groups, according to Seun Kuti.
He said:
“The society made it seem like it’s only men that cheat. Women cheat more than men.”
The hosts: “We don’t agree!”
Kuti replied: “Okay, this propaganda out there… The truth is that women cheat more than men. Even in the bible, Joseph’s master’s wife tried to cheat on her husband with him and because he refused, she framed him for rape.
“Which man did they write in the bible that he cheated on his wife?
“We [men and women] are all equally bad. Let’s just accept that. And men that are out there thinking that you are the only unfaithful one in your marriage or relationship, you are living in a fantasy.
“If she is not stepping out of the house, you’re sure she is in that compound 24 hours, start looking at everybody in the compound.”
The claim made by Seun Kuti that “women betray more than males” subverts long-held notions and prejudices regarding faithfulness and gender. He presents a provocative viewpoint that challenges us to reassess our presumptions and beliefs by using biblical passages, historical accounts, and insights into power relations.
Even if his statement can be divisive and controversial, it offers a great chance to have important discussions about gender, relationships, and social standards. We may make progress toward a more inclusive and equitable understanding of human behavior and relationships by welcoming different points of view and encouraging candid communication.