Fashion designer Abiodun Folashade Tokunbo, popularly known as the CEO of Luminee, has sparked mixed reactions online after sharing an AI-generated photo 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, depicted Baba Ijesha dressed as a Catholic priest, while Tokunbo appeared in a nun's habit. Their young son was also featured in the photograph.
The photo, however, attracted mixed reactions from social media users, with some praising the creativity behind the concept while others criticised 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 mark their son's birthday.
The reactions have since generated discussions online, with social media users expressing differing views on the use of religious symbols in AI-generated images.
Reacting to the picture: @magdalane said, "this woman is dumb"; @anniebellyn wrote, "I am disappointed in you"; @tiatasiic said, "nuisance"; while @ellaminchis went further to say, "this is entirely inappropriate and reflects a clear double standard. Why not draw inspiration from your own Celestial Church rather than using Catholic priesthood and sisterhood as a material for ridicule? this is not acceptable."
@nk3chie wrote: "Wrong, wrong. Respect people's faith. smh."
Luminee CEO faces backlash after sharing AI photo with Baba Ijesha in priest, nun outfit