Nigerian singer and humanitarian Waje participated in the 6th Nigerian Governors’ Spouses Forum Conference held in Abuja, where stakeholders gathered to discuss national issues including women’s empowerment, healthcare, education, youth development and social welfare.

Waje, known for her advocacy on women’s rights and youth development, joined conversations on the cultural influence of public figures and the importance of responsible behaviour both online and offline.

She emphasised that societal norms are shaped not only by policies but also by the conduct individuals model publicly.

Speaking on the role of influencers, particularly men, she noted that their digital behaviour significantly impacts cultural attitudes. “Male influencers and creators have more power than they sometimes realise.

What they normalise—the jokes, the language, and what they allow in their comment sections—matters. Silence can sometimes feel like endorsement,” she said.

Waje added that men can contribute to cultural change by publicly discouraging harmful behaviour and supporting women’s voices, especially on issues such as abuse, harassment and inequality.

She stressed that respectful conduct from male figures online helps set positive examples for young boys offline.

Her contributions aligned with the conference’s broader theme: that meaningful social transformation depends on both institutional leadership and the intentional influence of individuals with cultural reach.