Nigerian food critic Opeyemi Famakin has called out female content creators for turning Lagos restaurants into makeshift studios. In a viral statement, he slammed influencers who prioritize photo shoots over the dining experience, arguing that their presence disrupts the serene ambiance that fine dining patrons expect.
Famakin emphasized that while taking pictures isn’t inherently bad, excessive staging and capturing other diners in the background create an issue. He advised influencers to seek permission from restaurant managers before filming. His remarks have sparked mixed reactions—some agree that these disruptions are intrusive, while others believe paying customers should have the freedom to use the space as they wish.
As Lagos’s dining culture evolves, this debate highlights the ongoing struggle between personal branding and maintaining restaurant etiquette.
