‘Allow people live their lives’ – Empress Gifty defends Florence Obinim amid BBL allegations

Empress Gifty, a gospel musician, has defended Florence Obinim following accusations that the latter may have undergone a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). The musician questioned why some people, primarily women, felt the need to mock Florence over the alleged procedure rather than acknowledge the physical and emotional challenges that come with surgery.

In a social media video posted on November 1, 2026, Empress Gifty argued that celebrities should not be targeted for public frustration merely because of the decisions they make regarding their bodies.

Empress Gifty shared her own experience of undergoing a procedure to shrink her breast size after losing weight. She explained that she conducted extensive research to ensure that her skin would remain firm after the surgery. She emphasized that people should have the freedom to make personal choices about their appearance and how they spend their money, regardless of whether that involves cosmetic procedures.

The gospel musician also criticized the common practice of describing individuals who undergo cosmetic procedures as "artificial." Empress Gifty urged social media users to refrain from directing their own frustrations at public figures, who also encounter challenges outside of the public eye. Her statements were made in response to online discussions about Florence Obinim's appearance, although the speculation regarding the gospel musician undergoing a BBL has not been substantiated.