Nollywood queen Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has finally broken her silence on one of the industry’s most infamous controversies. The celebrated actress revealed why she, along with several co-stars, faced a ban in 2005, a move that sent shockwaves through the Nigerian film community.
Omotola explained that the ban stemmed from alleged unprofessional conduct on a particular project, though she insisted the situation was complex and misunderstood at the time. Her candid account has reignited conversations about discipline, accountability, and the evolution of Nollywood over the years.
Fans and industry watchers have flooded social media, praising Omotola’s honesty and reflecting on how far Nollywood has come since those dramatic days. The question now: will the revelations lead to a new wave of introspection in the industry?
