Nigerian actress Omowunmi Dada has revealed a terrifying ordeal she faced while working on a film project in Oyo State, exposing the shocking lack of care she received from the production team. Speaking out, Dada shared how she was abandoned in a hotel after contracting sepsis, a life-threatening condition, during the shoot.
Thankfully, her family and management stepped in, rushing her unconscious body to a hospital in Ibadan, where doctors confirmed the sepsis diagnosis. “I was lucky to be alive,” Dada stated, reflecting on the ordeal.
Production’s Shocking Demands
In a twist that left many fans outraged, Dada disclosed that the production company had the audacity to demand a full refund for the project despite her near-death experience. She recounted, “They literally left me in the hotel. Thank God my family and management got a car to take me to a hospital. Funny thing, production asked for a full refund.”
Jemima Osunde Shares Similar Experience
Dada’s revelations sparked solidarity from fellow actress Jemima Osunde, who shared her own harrowing experience on set. Osunde recounted how she suffered food poisoning during a shoot and had to cover her medical expenses after being ignored by the production team. She revealed, “They were sending me messages about a refund when my team pointed out all the contract clauses they breached. Suddenly, they went quiet.”
Health Risks in the Entertainment Industry
The shocking neglect faced by both actresses has reignited discussions about the lack of accountability and support for cast and crew in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Health emergencies are often overlooked, leaving actors to fend for themselves.
While Omowunmi Dada and Jemima Osunde’s resilience is inspiring, their stories shed light on the urgent need for better welfare policies in Nollywood. Their courage in speaking out is a call to action for an industry overdue for change.
