Drama Unfolds as Opeyemi Aiyeola Confronts Eniola Badmus Over Hair Remark
Tension flared in Nollywood recently as actress Opeyemi Aiyeola publicly lashed out at her colleague, Eniola Badmus, over a comment many deemed insensitive. The drama began when Eniola left a remark on one of Opeyemi’s posts, asking, “Opeyemi, where is your hair?” The seemingly light-hearted jab didn’t go down well with Opeyemi, who took to Instagram Live to express her displeasure.
In the video, Opeyemi didn’t hold back, calling Eniola names and questioning why someone who has been a victim of body shaming would take a dig at another woman’s appearance. She expressed hurt over the comment, pointing out that they are not close and that Eniola had never shown support for her work before now.
She also hinted that the comment hit a deeper nerve, possibly linked to a personal struggle with hair loss, which she feels should never be mocked especially by someone familiar with public scrutiny.
The clash has stirred divided reactions online. While some think Opeyemi may have reacted too strongly, others believe her reaction is a reflection of accumulated hurt and the pressures many women face when dealing with body-related insecurities.
Here are some takes from online users:
• “Even if it was a joke, read the room. If you don’t talk to someone regularly, don’t drop casual comments about their looks.”
• “I understand Opeyemi. You don’t know what she’s dealing with behind the scenes. That hair comment could trigger so much more.”
• “Jokes are jokes, but delivery matters. You can’t tease someone publicly when you don’t have a private relationship with them.”
• “That hair comment was out of pocket. Alopecia is not something to joke about my sister is dealing with it and it affects her deeply.”
• “Eniola should’ve known better. Some jokes don’t land well, especially when they’re coming from someone who knows what online cruelty feels like.”
As the dust settles, many are hoping both actresses can find a way to resolve things privately, with more sensitivity and understanding.
