Toke Makinwa has argued that relationships between men and women have always involved an element of exchange, insisting that the practice predates social media and can be traced back to biblical times.
Speaking during a conversation with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Toolz, Makinwa said relationships have historically been transactional, citing examples from both the Bible and traditional family settings.
According to her, women have long used thoughtful gestures, such as preparing their partner’s favourite meal or creating a pleasant atmosphere, before making requests, stressing that such dynamics have existed for generations.
While acknowledging that social media has amplified the trend, Makinwa maintained that it did not create it.
She, however, blamed many modern men for placing excessive emphasis on money in relationships, arguing that some approach women with financial offers rather than taking the time to build genuine connections.
Makinwa said many women are introduced to lavish spending from men who believe wealth is the quickest way to gain attention, adding that she has personally experienced men attempting to impress her with material offers rather than meaningful conversations.
Responding to Obi-Uchendu’s suggestion that women were the first to make financial demands in relationships, Makinwa disagreed, insisting that men initiated the culture of using money as the foundation of courtship.
