In a recent statement, Josephine Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 7, has retracted her previous statement about abortion, stating that she had made a mistake.

Phyna had previously made a controversial statement on abortion, claiming that every woman had had an abortion at some point in their lives.

However, she has since clarified her statement, admitting that her previous words were inaccurate and admitting that not every woman had experienced an abortion.

She apologized for her statement and urged people to educate themselves on abortion and women's rights.

She partly said, "Good day to all and sundry, I am Josephine Otabor aka Phyna and I write this statement to address the issues concerning an interview I did months ago where I talked about a very sensitive topic and I inaccurately suggested 'all' women have engaged in it.

"Firstly, I will like to address the fact that in as much as I was misunderstood, I didn't mean to project it on every female gender.

"I will never encourage abortion especially not in this part of the world, where it can pose a great threat to the life of the person with the illegal and unhealthy procedures that surround it.

"I admit that I was being too expressive in the heat of the interview hence my assertions. I will reiterate that abortion is not a thing I stand for and I should not be seen in that light and I admit to all mistakes made."

"In addition, I'm currently working with gender-based organisations and NGOs to provide sensitization, education about abortion and other societal issues prone to the girl child.

"I want to use this medium to thank my fans, friends and family for their constant love and support, I do not intend to let you down."