‘I Don’t Find It Funny’ – Toyin Lawani Blasts Social Media User Who Said Her Daughter Might Be Autistic
Celebrity stylist and fashion entrepreneur Toyin Lawani has called out a social media user for making a hurtful and insensitive comment about her daughter, Tinuke. The controversial remark suggested that her child might be autistic — a claim Toyin found not only baseless but deeply offensive.
The Tiannah’s Empire boss didn’t mince words as she took to her Instagram page to address the issue, expressing her outrage and disappointment. “I don’t find it funny,” she wrote. “You don’t throw around such labels about someone’s child like it’s a joke or some casual observation. It’s disgusting and unacceptable.”
Toyin Lawani, known for her outspoken nature and bold fashion statements, made it clear that while she’s accustomed to dealing with online trolls, dragging her children into unnecessary and uninformed narratives crosses the line. She emphasized the importance of sensitivity when discussing children, especially when it comes to matters as serious as developmental conditions.
“If a child were autistic, that’s nothing to be mocked or used as a punchline,” she added. “But don’t diagnose a child you’ve never met just because you’re behind a keypad and bored.”
The post sparked a flood of support from fans and fellow celebrities who applauded Toyin for defending her daughter and calling out digital ignorance. Many also used the opportunity to spread awareness about autism and the need to promote understanding, not stigma.
This incident reignites the conversation about the dangers of cyberbullying, especially when it targets children and families. Toyin Lawani’s firm stance sends a clear message celebrity or not, motherhood comes with the duty to protect, and she will not stay silent in the face of reckless online behavior.
