The internet went abuzz after a photo of a little girl dressed as a native doctor on her school’s career day surfaced.
The picture captured the attention of users as it showcased the girl wearing traditional attire and holding symbolic tools associated with the practice.
Photo credit: @mufasatundeednut/Instagram
The unconventional career choice for a young child sparked both curiosity and controversy.
While some praised the girl’s creativity and open-mindedness, others raised concerns about appropriateness and cultural sensitivity.
The image quickly became a topic of debate, with users sharing their contrasting viewpoints on the matter.
@Ihibneystitches reacted: “Maybe her mama dey use curse scatter PTA meeting for sch.”
@raff_comedian said: “Naso dem Dey use me as herbalist abi devil that year thank God now I can act like evil spirit.”
@naijabrandinfluencer commented: “But why do we hate our traditional so bad and we wear Halloween costumes. If they had dressed the kid in one Halloween monster character nobody will see it as a problem.”
@ladyque_1 said: “Why person go wear him pikin herbalist cloth.”
@chivera_official commented: “Herbalist wear wig!”
@lonewolf_xxv reacted: “She is not happy with her occommented”