The Nollywood scene is currently ablaze with drama as Laide Bakare and Eniola Badmus lock horns in what is quickly becoming one of the industry’s most talked-about feuds.
The clash exploded after Badmus allegedly criticized a photo of Bakare, prompting the latter to unleash a blistering Instagram post. In the post, Bakare accused Badmus of betrayal and ungratefulness, claiming she was one of the first to give Badmus a break when others rejected her because of her looks.
“I spent my hard-earned money on an ingrate like you. God will judge you,” Bakare wrote. “You’ve started what you can finish and I swear, you must collect.”
Tensions Peak at Owambe Thieves Premiere
The tension reached boiling point at the April 13 premiere of Owambe Thieves at Filmhouse Circle Mall, Lagos, where the two actresses had a frosty encounter. Eyewitnesses report that Badmus refused to be filmed alongside Bakare, allegedly snapping in Yoruba:
“Don’t film us together, we’re not friends.”
This public showdown quickly went viral, hijacking what was meant to be a glamorous celebration of Nollywood talent and turning it into a red carpet clash.
Social Media Reacts: Fans Divided
The internet didn’t stay quiet. Fans are split, with some siding with Bakare for “speaking her truth,” while others urge both stars to settle their differences out of the public eye.
Comments across platforms like Instagram and Twitter range from:
- “Laide deserves her flowers if she truly helped Eniola.”
- “This is unnecessary. They should’ve kept this offline.”
- “Eniola didn’t need to be rude—she could’ve just walked away.”
A Feud or a Publicity Move?
While some speculate this may be an elaborate PR stunt, others believe it reveals deeper industry tensions and unhealed wounds between the two actresses—particularly regarding loyalty, gratitude, and respect in the entertainment space.
Either way, the Laide vs. Eniola saga is far from over—and Nollywood fans are strapped in for what looks like a bumpy ride.
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