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“How Much Are You Paying?” — Phyna Questions Moniepoint as Hiring Debate Heats Up

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Promise Odejide

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Reality TV star Phyna has weighed in on the growing controversy surrounding Moniepoint’s hiring challenges, questioning whether salary levels match expectations for “global talent.”

Her reaction comes after comments attributed to the company’s CEO, Tosin Eniolorunda, about difficulties filling over 500 roles in Nigeria.

Phyna questions pay vs reality

In a viral response, Phyna challenged the narrative that Nigerians lack skills, shifting attention instead to compensation and living conditions.

“How much is the salary?” she asked, arguing that some content creators reportedly earn more daily than certain monthly corporate wages.

She also pointed to rising living costs, including rent and basic expenses, insisting that job vacancies cannot be viewed in isolation from economic realities.

“You cannot just say Nigerians are not smart because jobs are not being filled,” she said.

“I studied engineering” — reality star speaks

Phyna added that her own career path reflects broader systemic issues, revealing she holds an engineering degree but chose a different route.

“I have my certificate… If Nigeria gets better, I will dust it and move into the corporate world,” she said.

Her remarks struck a chord with many young Nigerians navigating similar choices between traditional careers and alternative income streams.

Debate over talent gap intensifies

The comments come amid a wider conversation in Nigeria’s tech space about employability, skill gaps, and corporate expectations.

While some industry voices maintain that there is a shortage of globally competitive talent, others argue that salary structures and work conditions play a major role in attracting qualified professionals.

Mixed reactions across social media

Online reactions have remained divided, with some supporting Phyna’s position on wage realities, while others insist that skill development remains a key challenge.

The controversy continues to fuel discussions around the future of work in Nigeria, especially as companies expand and compete in the global market.

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