In the vibrant world of Nigerian entertainment, a handful of female celebrities have carved a niche for themselves not only for their talent but also for the controversies that seem to follow their every move.
From outspoken social media posts to unconventional lifestyles, these women have consistently ignited debates and stirred the public’s curiosity.
While it is worth noting that these female celebrities have left an indelible mark on the entertainment scene they are loved dearly by their fans.
1. Tonto Dikeh: An A-list actress turned politician is one to look out for on the pages of controversies in every area she is connected to. She had a fallout with her ex-husband, Businessman and philanthropist Olakunle Churchill with whom she has a son – King Andre.
It has become customary for Tonto Dikeh and Olakunle Churchill to be at loggerheads every year during their son’s birthday.
Tonto who also doubles as an influencer is also known for the controversies surrounding her former beastie and cross-dresser, Okuneye Idris better known as Bobrisky and her ex-boyfriend, Delta state politician, Prince Kpokpogri.
2. Nkechi Blessing Sunday: The fair and chubby mother of one dwells in controversies while she tags it “all I do is drink water and mind my business”.
Nkechi Blessing is always in the news for lovey-dovey reasons. First, it was her relationship with an Ekiti State politician whom her fans thought she was married to, Opeyemi Falegan to the distribution of Dildos at her mother’s 1st year remembrance party.
The drama with her ex-boyfriend dragged on longer than expected as so much dirty linen was spread online. Social media users got to know that the 34-year-old access doesn’t like wearing pants. Falegan has accused her of being unhygienic.
While enjoying her one-year relationship with her younger lover, she also celebrated a year anniversary of intimacy.
Lately, she has been dragged by a Tiktoker identified as Very Dark Man into the drama of Skin Care producers in Nigeria.
The Tiktoker who used his platform to seek justice for victims of Jenny’s Glow’, a skincare producer without NAFDAC approval also dragged Nkechi Blessing for promoting another skincare product with a filter.
3. Blessing Okoro better known as Blessing CEO: is one to look out for amid controversies. One thing we have observed is this: she has a way of inserting herself into other people’s issues thereby making herself the subject of the matter.
The marital issues of celebrity car dealer, Ikechukwu Ogbonna better known as IVD and his deceased wife, Bimbo is a clear example of Blessing CEO tactics to trend.
According to reports, shortly after Bimbo passed away, Blessing CEO began a romantic affair with IVD which eventually landed her in prison.
Blessing CEO a mother of two is one most married women kik against. Why? She supports the idea of men having side chicks. According to her, side chicks are helpers in marriages.
4. Tolani Shobajo better known as Tolanibaj: is a reality TV and DJ. One would not expect her to make a list like this. However, she decided to become controversial after she became one of the housemates for the Big Brother Naija All-Stars edition.
Until her eviction, Tolanibaj engaged in a controversial relationship with fellow Lockdown ex-housemate, Neo.
Their relationship got even more complicated because they had never admitted they were dating. Tolanibaj choked Neo, an act that made Netizens slam her.
Reacting, Tolanibaj stated that she needed a break from men and went on to slam those who continued to drag her after eviction. She tweeted “Y’all still don’t know that Tolani Bai no send una papas. Get your frustrated lives together.”
She added that they can’t “shame the shameless.”
5. Judy Austin: the second wife of Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has been swimming in controversies as she has been tagged as a strange woman and homewrecker.
According to reports, Judy abandoned her former husband, Mr Obasi with four children and clung to Yul.
Judy and Yul constantly share videos of lovey-dovey moments on Facebook to prove they are doing well and shade his first wife, May who has since filed for divorce. However many noted they they share videos constantly to make money to keep up their fake lifestyle.
It is quite alarming that despite the criticisms and constant show of shame, Judy whose strongest ally, Sarah Martins turned against her recently has been mum.
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