Nigerian influencer and actor Enioluwa Adeoluwa has criticized people who attack men for their outfits at the 2026 GTCO Fashion Weekend, warning that such comments could encourage hostility and put people's lives at risk.

The event, held in Lagos on November 7 and 8, featured designers and fashion enthusiasts showcasing a range of styles. Videos of male attendees wearing bold and unconventional outfits circulated on social media, drawing criticism from some users who questioned their appearance.

Reality TV star Tboss also joined the conversation, expressing displeasure with the outfits. “This is not okay. We're slowly losing our men all in the name of expressive fashion,” she wrote in a post reacting to the videos.

Enioluwa responded on X, questioning why the men were being singled out when other attendees wore conventional shirts and trousers without attracting similar attention.

“It is a fashion show. A fashion show! Nobody is losing anything,” he wrote.

He further argued that people should be allowed to express themselves through clothing without facing public attacks. The influencer also cautioned that the way people discuss such issues online could have consequences beyond social media, particularly when criticism turns into hostility towards individuals.

His comments have added to the debate surrounding men's fashion similar to women's and expectations about how men should dress in public. 

The ninth edition of GTCO Fashion Weekend featured 12 designers, including American designer LaQuan Smith, Cameroonian designer Imane Ayissi and Nigerian-based fashion label Tongoro. The annual event, organized by Guaranty Trust Holding Company, brings designers, models, retailers and fashion enthusiasts together for runway shows, exhibitions and other activities.