- Nollywood actor and filmmaker Jamiu Azeez faced online criticism regarding his alleged conversion from Islam to Christianity.
- The controversy was sparked by a viral video showing him attending a church service dressed in a white outfit.
- Azeez has publicly responded to the backlash surrounding the situation.
Nollywood actor and filmmaker Jamiu Azeez has responded to online criticism surrounding reports that he converted from Islam to Christianity.
According to Naija News, the controversy began after a video of him attending a church service in a white outfit went viral.
The clip sparked questions from some members of the Muslim community about his faith, with some even suggesting he should change his name.
The post generated a wide range of reactions from both supporters and critics on social media.
On Sunday, January 4, Jamiu addressed the situation on his social media platforms.
He shared some of the messages and comments he received, highlighting the intensity of public reactions.
Jamiu emphasized that his personal choices should not be subject to public scrutiny, noting that he had never made any official announcement about changing his religion.
He described his faith as a private matter and expressed that it should not be a topic for judgment.
Adding a touch of humor, he also joked that he could wear traditional spiritual attire if he wished, lightening the mood around the controversy.
He wrote on his Instagram story: “It’s only in Nigeria people are so bothered about another person’s life. Imagine telling a man in his 40s how to live his life. I posted myself in white garment on the crossover night and mehn, the comments I have been reading on blogs, especially on Facebook, are crazy. Some even came to my DM to drag me… I can choose to practise any religion and that should not be anyone’s problem. I never even came out to say I have converted o.”
