A Nigerian woman has sparked conversation online after calling out what she describes as a growing pattern of unprofessional behaviour among men in service roles.
In a video shared on X (formerly twitter) she expressed frustration over workers who, instead of focusing on their duties, begin making romantic advances toward clients.
According to her, the issue cuts across different professions, including artisans, electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and even dispatch riders. She argued that what should be a straightforward work interaction often turns uncomfortable and, in some cases, unsafe.
She recounted situations where workers, after completing a job or receiving payment, proceed to send messages or make personal advances. In her view, this behaviour goes beyond being inappropriate and enters the realm of boundary violation.
The woman also addressed the reactions that sometimes follow rejection, noting that some men respond with entitlement or complaints rather than professionalism. For her, this reflects a deeper issue of not understanding basic workplace boundaries.
She emphasized that entering a client’s space comes with responsibility, especially when access to personal details is involved. Respect, she said, should be the minimum standard, and anything less undermines trust.
Her comments have since generated mixed reactions online. While many supported her stance, agreeing that professionalism should always come first, others argued that expressing interest isn’t necessarily wrong, depending on how and when it is done.
Still, her message remains clear work should remain work, and anything that crosses that line risks creating discomfort and eroding trust between clients and service providers.
“A woman employs you as a carpenter and the next thing you’re toasting her. You’re a dispatch rider, you come to my house to deliver something to me and the next thing you profess love at your client. It’s the audacity for me. It’s embarrassing.”
— Lady says. pic.twitter.com/8CzkEyCWsr
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) March 29, 2026
