Fashion designer Abiodun Folashade Tokunbo, popularly known as the CEO of Luminee, has sparked mixed reactions online after sharing an AI-generated photograph of herself, her husband, actor Baba Ijesha, and their son dressed in religious outfits.
The image, which she shared on social media ahead of their son’s birthday on November 12, showed Baba Ijesha dressed as a Catholic priest, while Tokunbo appeared in a nun’s habit. Their young son was also featured in the photograph.
However, the photograph attracted mixed reactions from social media users, with some praising the creativity behind the concept while others questioned the couple’s choice of outfits.
Some critics argued that using Catholic religious garments for a playful digital photoshoot was inappropriate, urging the designer to respect the religious beliefs and traditions of others.
Others, however, appeared unbothered by the concept, describing it as a creative way to celebrate their son’s birthday.
Reacting to the photograph, an Instagram user identified as @winniebery questioned the choice of outfits, writing, “Why this outfit? Can you try this with the other religion.”
Similarly, @jirneepharh wrote, “You had over 1 million outfits to use for this. Why use the one people hold sacred?”
Another user, @dawodugbemisola, congratulated the couple but questioned their decision, stating, “Congratulations 🎊 but what’s up with the choice of outfit, tho? They do definitely come for you except you want the attention too.”
Also reacting, @chy4real_ij argued that the photograph misrepresented Catholic priesthood and religious sisterhood, writing, “Nice couple but the truth must be told, now this picture portrays Catholic priest and Rev sister knowing fully well that they don’t marry, y use there priesthood attire for this Not too good though.”
Meanwhile, @elladera007 criticised the concept, questioning whether the couple had received proper advice before sharing the photograph.
The reactions have continued to generate discussions online, with social media users expressing differing opinions about the use of religious symbols in AI-generated images.
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