- Eniola Ajao, responded to backlash regarding a viral video from a burial ceremony.
- The event was for the father of her colleague, Odunlade Adekola, held in Otun Ekiti, Ekiti State.
- Ajao was seen interacting with Odunlade’s wife in the video, which led to mixed reactions online.
Yoruba movie star, Eniola Ajao, has addressed the backlash and speculations that trailed a viral video of her at the burial of her colleague Odunlade Adekola’s father.
The ceremony, which held in Otun Ekiti, Ekiti State, was attended by several Nollywood personalities, including Ajao. However, a clip from the event stirred reactions online after she was seen exchanging pleasantries with Odunlade’s wife, followed by a facial expression many described as unusual.
The moment quickly went viral, with some social media users accusing Ajao of being hypocritical. One lady even claimed the actress had previously been romantically linked to Odunlade, while others mocked her for holding a paper upside down as though she was reading it.
In response, Ajao took to her Instagram story on Tuesday, August 26, sharing a post directed at those spreading false stories about her. She wrote:
“Life hits differently when you stop trying to prove you didn’t say that, do that, or you’re not like that. You can’t fix every lie and every rumour, nor can you defend yourself every time something is said about you. Just be great.
People may destroy your image, stain your personality, but they can’t take away your good deeds because no matter how they describe you, you will still be admired by those who know you better.”
Ajao also posted a message she received from a fan, who encouraged her not to let the gossip affect her friendship with Odunlade.
The fan’s note read: “An average African doesn’t believe a man and a woman can have a perfect friendship or cohabit without any strings attached. It is too late for you to move away from Odunlade just because of the noise.”
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@Omolola Julius:”I love this responses alots, some people are just bitter because what they think of you is not happening they want to hear one or 2 bad things about you, you don’t own anyone any explanation, it’s your life, enjoy.”
@Ayo Lucas Adegoroye:”There’s nothing bad becoming Ekiti wife dear! Relax your mind.”
@Awopetu Idowu:”Enjoy your life joo and don’t mind them.”
@Abolarinde Victoria:”No one can pull you down, you’ll continue to progress no matter what they say about you, your star will continue to shine,you can never be shamed, you’re a glorious child. Lots of love.”
