The Nigerian film industry, can provide insights into the strong bonds and friendships that exist among its celebrities. Here are some of the best friends in Nollywood:
Funke Akindele and Eniola Badmus
Funke Akindele and Eniola Badmus have been friends for more than 20 years. From bonding with each other in front of the camera, celebrating each other’s birthday and featuring in each other’s film. Funke and Eniola go a very long way. However their friendship nose dived in 2021 after Funke refused to show up at Eniola Badmus’ celebration of 20 years on stage.
Erica Nlewedim and Mercy Eke
These two ladies are actresses and reality tv stars. They have shown each other support at various times especially by supporting each other’s brand.
But they became unfriendly during the Big Brother Naija All Stars show after Mercy was captured on camera kissing Kiddwaya, Erica’s ex-boyfriend. Erica took to social media and stated that Mercy lacks content and only won the season 4 edition of the show because of Ike.
Waje and Omawumi
Waje, a renowned Nigerian singer, and Omawumi, a talented actress, are closest friends in real life. Omawumi and Waje have always flaunted their friendship on social media.
Alexx Ekubo and IK Ogbonna
Alex Ekubo and IK Ogbonna are two inseparable friends in Nollywood. Their friendship is the most enviable one in the malehood.
They have defended each other at different times. For instance when Alex’ relationship with Fancy Acholonu scattered, controversial actor, Uche Maduagwu tried to troll Alex but IK Ogbonna returned his shade.
Adebimpe Oyebade and Juliana Olayode
Another sect serving friendship goals in the industry are Mo Bimpe (Adebimpe Oyebade) and Toyo Baby (Juliana).
These two are best of friends such that Toyo Baby was Mo Bimpe’ chief bridesmaid during her white wedding.
Kate Henshaw & Rita Dominic
Talk about people who serve class in friendship they are Kate Henshaw and Rita Dominic.
Rita Dominic and Kate Henshaw are besties and are hardly involved in controversies.
Adesua Etomi and Linda Ejiofor: Adesua Etomi, a renowned Nigerian actress, and Linda Ejiofor, a talented screen diva are close friends in the industry.
Adesuwa and Linda Ejiofor always have each other’s back.
Uche Jombo and Desmond Elliott: These two Nigerian actors have been best friends for a long time and have starred in several movies together, including “Kokoye” and “Nsukka”.
Chinedu Ikedieze and Osita Chukwu: These two Nigerian actors have been best friends for a long time and have starred in several movies together, including “The Caliphate” and “Alter Ego”.
Nadia Buhari and Juliet Ibrahim: These two Nollywood actresses are known to be best friends in the world, having been inseparable since their senior year in high school.
These friendships showcase the strong bonds and camaraderie that exist among Nigerian celebrities, transcending their on-screen roles and personal lives.