Culture vs Fashion: Adekunle Gold Under Fire With Daniel Regha

Influencer Daniel Regha has urged superstar Adekunle Gold to use his platform more for culture after the singer appeared in a classic black-tie suit at the recent Ballon d’Or ceremony.

Regha said then that Adekunle Gold “could’ve used the Ballon d’Or to promote the Nigerian or African heritage by wearing a cultural inspired outfit.”

The post has sparked mixed reactions among fans online. One fan, @_thatjudith22, defended Adekunle Gold’s right to wear what he wants, writing, “African pride is not only in the fabric. His presence and talent already put Nigeria on that stage. He can wear what he wants and still be 100% Nigerian. Culture is deeper than clothes.”

Another user, @samvail, commented, “I think there’s a code of dressing there… if invited you have to wear a suit.” And @jossh_gramm added: “Man is a Louis Vuitton ambassador; he’s paid to promote the brand not your heritage.”

On the other side, some fans felt Adekunle could have done more. @flexykwinn joked, “If e reach ur turn Daniel, use curtain sew jumpsuit,” while @beep_beel asked, “So he should wear Tuxedo with Ankara fabric?”

The debate reflects something bigger: what does culture demand of public figures when they represent Nigeria at global events?

This isn’t the first time Adekunle Gold has faced commentary over fashion and identity.

Fans often say they expect Nigerian artists to fuse tradition with modernity, especially at international galas.

Regha’s message taps into those expectations, asking artists to think of heritage as part of their brand, not just their wardrobe.

Adekunle Gold has yet to publicly respond to Daniel Regha’s comment or the fan reactions.

For now, the debate continues: culture, fashion, and identity clash in social media threads.