Comedian Cute Abiola faces backlash for recording his wife's cesarean section on camera

Nigerian skitmaker and influencer Cute Abiola has sparked intense debate after sharing a detailed video of his wife's childbirth surgery on Youtube, which has garnered widespread criticism and discussion about privacy and content monetisation.

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The video, which spans over an hour, was uploaded on Tuesday and chronicles the couple's journey from pre-surgery preparations to post-delivery recovery, offering a glimpse into their personal experience.

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On April 4, the day of the surgery, Cute Abiola was seen outside the theatre, visibly distraught as he prayed for his wife's safety, saying "So my wife is in the theatre already… I beg you God, please, I wish my wife safe delivery, I wish she comes out well, there should be no complications," his voice shaking with emotion.

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The procedure was revealed to be his wife's third surgery in four years, raising concerns among viewers about the physical and emotional toll it may have taken on her.

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As the surgery progressed, Cute Abiola narrated how he played Quran recitations to calm the tense atmosphere, admitting he was overwhelmed, saying "I was shaking already, I could not hold it anymore, I was just crying… Allah."

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The tension eventually gave way to relief as the procedure ended successfully, with Cute Abiola announcing the birth of a baby boy, saying "We deliver a bouncing baby boy… Glory be to God, Alhamdulillah," expressing gratitude for the positive outcome.

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Despite the successful outcome, the video has drawn sharp reactions online, with many users questioning the decision to record and share such an intimate medical experience, sparking a debate about digital boundaries and consent.

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A user identified as Odibo Azenabo, who shared a similar personal experience, expressed gratitude for a safe outcome, saying "Same way I watched my wife on Saturday in the theatre battling for her life, Thank God it was a success after 4 hours baby alive, mother alive, father and siblings rejoicing."

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Another user, BRANKY, empathised with the emotional strain, saying "As a man, if you’ve not experienced this… having your wife in the theatre fighting for her life and the life of your baby, it’s mixed feelings, I cried like a baby that day."

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However, criticism quickly followed, with several users accusing Cute Abiola of exploiting a sensitive moment, including Naija Intel, who questioned the intent behind the video, saying "One of your hardest moments and you still hired a videographer… now you’re asking us to go watch it on YouTube?"

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OBA MAKANAKI 06 was more blunt, saying "Imagine what you are recording and posting… why are you using a natural process to make money?"

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Dr. lag_uncle also criticised the trend of monetising personal experiences, saying "Nothing wey una no dey monetise… like say women for our own family never go through similar procedures."

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Another user, Ọmọ Ògùn, expressed confusion over the decision, saying "You still used your wife’s delivery in the theatre as content… I no understand anymore."

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Ibrahim Kazeem described the act as crossing ethical boundaries, saying "This is what happens when there’s no red line you can’t cross for clout."

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Concerns were also raised about the health implications of repeated surgeries, with Kunmi Bello advising caution, saying "Congratulations… however please stop here, it’s not ideal to go through 1 CS, let alone 3 CS."

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Saliu Adekunle criticised the broader culture of oversharing, saying "In Nigeria, it feels like everything must be monetised, even personal struggles… we need to bring back limits."

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Some users, however, defended Cute Abiola's decision, framing the video as a testimony of faith and resilience, including Tate Michael, who praised the couple, saying "Your wife is a strong woman… many pregnant women would be encouraged."

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The development has further fuelled conversations around digital boundaries, consent, and the increasing pressure on content creators to turn personal experiences into public content, particularly in Nigeria's fast-growing social media space.