LAGOS — Nollywood actress Miriam Ogbonna has sparked widespread debate online following her recent assertions regarding the intersection of romance and financial commitment.

The film star publicly stated that she measures the authenticity of a partner`s affection solely by their willingness to provide financial gifts.

Writing on her official X (formerly Twitter) account, Ogbonna maintained that verbal expressions of love hold no value for her unless they are accompanied by monetary backing.

"If you don`t give me money, I will never ever ever agree that you like or love me," the actress posted. "You have to give me money. Money is hard to come by. So, if you give me the money you suffered for, ehen, I will know that you like/love me."

Ogbonna defended her stance by arguing that because earning a living requires significant effort, parting with hard-earned income for a romantic interest serves as the ultimate proof of devotion.

The actress`s comments have generated mixed reactions across social media platforms, with many commentators criticizing her viewpoint as overly transactional.