Veekee James Faces Backlash for Sharing Baby Registry Online
Nigerian celebrity stylist Veekee James has faced criticism after making her baby registry public online.
A baby registry is a wish list created by expectant parents listing items they need or want for their new baby. It helps friends and family buy useful gifts, avoid duplicates, and ease the financial burden of preparing for a newborn.
Veekee James shared a video on her Instagram page on Tuesday, saying that some friends had requested her registry and that it was also important to share it with her fans and followers.
However, her decision sparked backlash online. Many netizens felt sharing the registry publicly was unnecessary.
One user, @iamtheyounggod, wrote: “What people fail to realize is that even the richest of Nigerians is still a Nigerian. There is a poverty in the spirit that never goes away, regardless of how much they make. Stay woke.”
Another user, @_chiceeeyyy, commented: “I like Veekee James, but this is greed. You have a rich family and friends that can easily handle this, and you still want to collect from your fans? Imagine pouring a cup of water into an ocean.”
Other reactions included criticism that Veekee had turned her life into a public display or “sponsored ad.” Some users defended the practice, noting that baby registries are common in Western countries to avoid unnecessary gifts.
Fans are divided, with some saying it’s fine for weddings or private friends, while others insist that publicizing a baby registry for fans is unusual, especially for someone with her resources.
The controversy highlights the fine line celebrities face between sharing personal milestones and maintaining privacy, as well as the public’s sensitivity to displays of wealth.
