Actress Laide Bakare has publicly vowed to retaliate against her fellow Nollywood star, Eniola Badmus, after being called an “animal” in a private message.
The heated exchange between the two popular actresses has sparked a wave of reactions from fans and industry insiders.
Drama unfolds during movie premiere
The tension began following the star-studded premiere of Owanbe Thieves, a film produced by Eniola Ajao, held on Sunday in Lagos. Both Bakare and Badmus were in attendance, and according to witnesses, the atmosphere between them was noticeably tense. Although the conflict didn’t erupt fully at the event, things quickly took a turn online.
Instagram post exposes private insult
On Monday, Bakare posted a screenshot of a private message she received from Badmus. In the message, Badmus wrote, “Don’t bring your terrible animalistic behaviour around me. Stay farrrrrrrr.” The harsh words drew instant attention and triggered a fiery response.
Bakare fires back with accusations
In her Instagram caption, Bakare did not hold back. She accused Badmus of being ungrateful and disrespectful, claiming she had played a key role in helping her rise in the industry. According to Bakare, she supported Badmus at a time when others wouldn’t give her a chance.
“I gave you your first major role in life,” Bakare wrote. “Back then, no one wanted to associate with you because of your looks and weight. I spent my hard-earned money to support you. And this is how you repay me? By calling me an animal?”
She continued, “Almighty God will judge you. You’ve started something you cannot finish. I promise—you must collect.”
Mixed reactions from fans and followers
The post went viral within hours, prompting thousands of comments and shares. Fans were divided. While some supported Bakare for standing up for herself, others felt the issue should have been handled privately.
“I can’t believe this is happening,” one user wrote. “They were once friends. How did it come to this?” Another added, “If someone called me an animal, I’d fight back too.”
Silence from Eniola Badmus
As of now, Eniola Badmus has not responded publicly to the accusations or addressed the leaked message. Her silence has only fueled curiosity, with fans closely watching her social media pages for a possible reply.
Tensions in Nollywood come to light
This public dispute has pulled back the curtain on some of the rivalries that exist behind the scenes in Nollywood. While the industry often projects unity and glamour, moments like these reveal a more complicated reality.
Though actors often support one another on social media and in interviews, personal grievances can quickly rise to the surface—and explode in public view.
Will there be peace?
At this point, it’s unclear how the feud will end. Some fans and colleagues are calling for both women to settle their differences quietly and move on. However, Bakare’s strong words suggest that the issue may not be resolved anytime soon.
For now, this remains one of the most talked-about celebrity clashes in recent Nollywood history. Whether it leads to reconciliation or escalates further, one thing is clear—both stars have the public’s full attention.
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