- Actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has called on her colleagues in the film industry to reflect on their stance amid ongoing insecurity in Nigeria.
- In a message shared online following reports of a fresh attack in Jos, the actress appealed to her peers, particularly those perceived to be supportive of the APC government, to prioritise conscience over personal interests.
Veteran Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has called on her colleagues in the film industry to reflect on their stance amid ongoing insecurity in Nigeria.
In a message shared online following reports of a fresh attack in Jos, the actress appealed to her peers, particularly those perceived to be supportive of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government, to prioritise conscience over personal interests.
“We woke up to another news of t3 rr0r!$t attack in Jos. We should do the right thing. My colleagues, everything shouldn’t be about money, influence and affluence. Let us allow our conscience to lead us and do the right thing,” she said.
While clarifying that her comments were not directed at any individual, Aiyeola urged her colleagues to consider the broader implications of their choices.
“My wonderful colleagues, I’m not throwing a shade at anybody and nobody can tell you how to swing politically but you should think of your generation’s future.”
Her statement comes amid renewed concerns over security in Plateau State, where recent attacks have continued to spark public outrage and calls for stronger government action.
In other news,…. Popular social commentator Isaac Fayose has shared an emotional update, revealing that his wife is currently battling cancer.
In an Instagram video, Fayose recounted how he recently traveled to Australia to visit his family, only to face the heartbreaking reality of his wife’s deteriorating health.
He described how she was too weak to greet him, a stark change from her usual routine of welcoming him at the airport and preparing meals for him. Fayose had to take an Uber home and cook for himself, while his wife lay unable to speak or move.
While sitting beside her, he sang her favourite hymn, Abide With Me, first in English and then in Yoruba, in an effort to comfort her. Although her eyes remained closed, she gently squeezed his hand, showing that she could still hear him.
“My wife has cancer, and she’s very unwell. When I arrived, she was too weak even to turn and greet me. Normally, she picks me up from the airport and cooks for me, but this time, I had to take an Uber. I had to prepare meals for her because she couldn’t cook or speak,” Fayose said, visibly emotional.
He used the moment to highlight the broader issues in Nigeria, stressing that wealth cannot prevent illness or save lives. Fayose criticised politicians for mismanaging public funds while hospitals remain in poor condition, referencing reports of hospitals in Ekiti lacking basic amenities like electricity and running water.
“Our one-million-dollar house couldn’t save my wife. My wealth couldn’t save her. She was lying there helpless. Why make others suffer while we have so much? Even my money couldn’t save her,” he lamented.
Fayose also addressed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to consider stepping down due to his age of 74 and allow new leadership to tackle the country’s challenges.
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