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  • Eniola Badmus marks birthday with gratitude, celebrates 80kg weight loss journey

    Eniola Badmus marks birthday with gratitude, celebrates 80kg weight loss journey

    Actress Eniola Badmus has expressed deep gratitude as she celebrates her birthday, reflecting on her remarkable weight loss transformation.

    In a post on Instagram, Badmus revealed she shed 80kg, moving from 170kg to 90kg, describing the milestone as a testament to God’s excellence in her life.

    She expressed appreciation for the gift of life, growth, and blessings, noting that the transformation has greatly improved her overall well-being.

    According to her, she now breathes better, sleeps better, eats clean, and lives lighter—both physically and spiritually.

    Badmus also thanked her fans, family, and friends for their unwavering love and support throughout her journey. She described the past year as one of transformation and new beginnings, embracing challenges while experiencing God’s faithfulness.

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    “Happy Birthday to me……Senator Badoskyyy. Today, I stand with a heart full of gratitude and joy. I’m thankful to God Almighty for the priceless gift of life, growth, open doors, and the countless blessings that have shaped my journey.

    “This year has been one of transformation and new beginnings — I’ve done things I never thought I could, embraced a greater vision, and experienced God’s faithfulness in ways that leave me in awe.

    “I’m especially emotional today because I know what I’ve been through over the years, yet here I am, standing tall in the Lord’s greatness. Truly, I don’t look like what I’ve been through.

    “One of my greatest testimonies is my health journey. From weighing 170kg to now 90kg, I can say it’s been nothing short of God’s excellence in my life. I breathe better, I sleep better, I eat clean, and I live lighter — not just in body but in spirit too.

    “To my beautiful fans, family, and friends who have stood by me through it all. Thank you for your love and support. Today, I celebrate a new year in good health, a sound mind, greater opportunities, and abundant joy. Cheers to life, growth, and the best yet to come.”

  • Why I lashed out at Eniola Badmus over ‘hairline’ comment -Opeyemi Aiyeola

    Why I lashed out at Eniola Badmus over ‘hairline’ comment -Opeyemi Aiyeola

    Actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has spoken out about her online feud with colleague Eniola Badmus. 

    The controversy began when Badmus left a comment on Aiyeola’s Instagram post, questioning her hairline. 

    Aiyeola felt hurt and called Badmus out for hypocrisy, given Badmus’s past experiences with body shaming before undergoing surgery.

    Aiyeola, in a video, emphasised that she and Badmus aren’t close friends, and their lack of genuine relationship made the comment disrespectful. 

    Badmus who eventually apologised, claimed her remark was a joke but Aiyeola deleted the comment, calling it insincere.

    In a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, Aiyeola revealed that before the incident, Badmus has never liked or celebrated her posts, and she has done the same. 

    She said: “We know ourselves; we might not talk on phones, we know those liking our comments, and we know ourselves liking and commenting on each other’s posts. 

    “Since the day I opened my social media post, you’ve never liked my post or celebrated me, and I’ve never done the same to you, and we are not enemies. But this is social media, and Eniola knows how it works. 

    “You said my hair is balding, meanwhile, almost a week before the video I made, social media bad belles have been making bad comments, and I don’t fight people or correct people as long as it didn’t deduct money from my account. 

    “You now went under my comment and said “Opeyemi, where is your hairline?” I wasn’t pained by the comment honestly until people went under her comment to mock me, see honestly we all see each other’s comments, forget that ‘somebody is too busy’, no one is too busy”.

  • Reekado Banks a ‘powerhouse’ of talent – Eniola Badmus

    Reekado Banks a ‘powerhouse’ of talent – Eniola Badmus

    Actress Eniola Badmus has expressed excitement for singer Reekado Banks’ concert scheduled to take place today, July 18th in Abuja.

    Following his courtesy visit to her office, Badmus, on Instagram hailed the talented artist, describing him as a “powerhouse of talent, charisma, and stage magic.”

    According to her, Abuja will be “on lockdown” during the concert, stressing Reekado’s ability to deliver electrifying performances and unforgettable experiences. 

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    She wrote: “What a pleasure it was to receive the incredibly talented @reekadobanks in my office today! In anticipation of his upcoming concert on the 18th of July, we had a great time discussing what promises to be an unforgettable night of music, energy, and pure vibes. If you know Reekado Banks, you know it’s never a dull moment. He’s a powerhouse of talent, charisma, and stage magic.

    “I’m personally looking forward to this show, and I can confidently say: Abuja is going on lockdown come July 18th! You don’t want to miss out on the electrifying performance, the surprises, and the unforgettable experience that only @reekadobanks knows how to deliver!”

  • Politics shouldn’t make us lose our humanity – Eniola Badmus

    Politics shouldn’t make us lose our humanity – Eniola Badmus

    Actress Eniola Badmus has spoken out against a social media influencer who wished death on an individual due to political differences.

    In a post on Instagram, Badmus expressed her disappointment and emphasised that no matter one’s political views, wishing harm or death on others is unacceptable.

    She stressed that Nigerians should strive for better and pursue change through peaceful means, such as dialogue, truth, and unity.

    Badmus urged citizens to choose decency over division, highlighting the importance of maintaining humanity and respect in political discourse.

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    According to her,  Nigerians are capable of more and should not let hate override their humanity. 

    “It’s truly disheartening to see a social media influencer use their platform to wish death on anyone at all. No matter your political views, we must never let hate over ride our humanity.

    “As Nigerians, we are better than this. If we want change, let it be through dialogue, truth, and unity – not violence or death wishes. Let’s choose decency over division,” she wrote.

  • Eniola Badmus hails ‘safe place’ Olakunle Churchill

    Eniola Badmus hails ‘safe place’ Olakunle Churchill

    Actress Eniola Badmus has penned a heartfelt note to Olakunle Churchill, expressing her deep gratitude for their friendship.

    She described Churchill as more than just a friend but a source of light, protection and brotherly love in her life.

    Eniola appreciated Churchill’s consistent presence, care, and support, which she feels is like home.

    She thanked him for being there in moments of joy, confusion, pain, and celebration, and for showing her what genuine friendship looks like without drama or judgment.

    Eniola cherished the memories they’ve shared, the laughter, and the tears they’ve wiped together.

    According to her, she sees Churchill as her safe space, someone she can lean on without fear of falling.

    She’s grateful that he’s stayed true to himself and their friendship, and she prays that life returns all his kindness to him in beautiful ways. 

    Badmus wrote on Instagram: “I honestly don’t even know where to begin because words might never be enough to capture how deeply grateful I am for you. You’ve been more than a friend, you’ve been a light, a shield, a true brother from another mother in every sense of the word.

    “@olakunlechurchill Thank you for always being there in moments of joy, confusion, pain, and celebration. Your presence has been consistent like the rising sun, and your care feels like home. I don’t take it for granted, not one bit.

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    “For all the times you looked out for me when I didn’t even ask. For the unexpected gifts that made my day. For the laughs we’ve shared, the tears we’ve wiped, and the countless memories we’ve created together.

    “Thank you. You have shown me what genuine friendship feels like, no drama, no judgment, just realness, loyalty, and love.

    “You’ve been my safe space. The one person I know I can lean on without fear of falling. In this life where people come and go, I thank God you stayed and never changed.

    “I cherish you, my brother. I pray life returns all your kindness to you in a million beautiful ways. May joy always find you, and may you never lack the same love and support you so freely give.

    “Let’s keep building memories and writing this story of friendship that feels more like family”.

  • Eniola Badmus speaks after viral clash with Laide Bakare, calls for unity in Nollywood

    Eniola Badmus speaks after viral clash with Laide Bakare, calls for unity in Nollywood

    Actress Eniola Badmus has broken her silence following a viral altercation with fellow actress Laide Bakare at a recent movie premiere, urging her colleagues in the Nollywood industry to embrace peace and unity.

    In a heartfelt Instagram post, Badmus called on industry players to rise above jealousy and conflict, stressing that there is enough room for everyone to succeed.

    “There’s no need for envy—one person’s success does not take away from another’s,” she wrote.

    The actress encouraged collaboration, mutual respect, and support among colleagues, noting that when artists lift one another, they all rise higher together.

    She further advised that avoiding conflict should not be seen as a sign of weakness but of wisdom. “Peace is the path to progress, and love should always be our guiding light,” she added.

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    Badmus wrote: “Life has a way of teaching us that true strength lies not in conflict, but in unity. Though we may have walked different paths and faced moments of tension, I believe it’s time to let love lead.

    “There is no need for jealousy when we can all succeed. Your success doesn’t diminish mine, just as mine does not take away from yours. Let us continue to collaborate, to lift each other, and to build something greater than what we could ever achieve alone. There’s strength in unity and a future brighter than any victory we’ve pursued alone.

    “Let us avoid conflict, not because we are weak, but because we are wise. Peace is the path to progress, and love is the light that shows us the way.”

  • Ladies Bakare speaks on feud with Eniola Badmus

    Ladies Bakare speaks on feud with Eniola Badmus

    Actress Laide Bakare has spoken out about a viral altercation with colleague Eniola Badmus at Eniola Ajao’s Owambe Thieves movie premiere in Lagos.

    In a video statement on Instagram, Laide accused Eniola of betrayal, provocation and deep-seated bitterness, claiming the confrontation was calculated and intentional.

    According to Laide, Eniola deliberately provoked her in front of cameras despite efforts to ignore her.

    Laide stated that she had previously ignored Eniola’s insults and direct messages but felt compelled to respond after the recent incident.

    She said: “I want to first and foremost apologise to everyone who feels disappointed about the reaction in that video. It was like planned to come out like that from Enola’s side because she saw clearly that a lot of people, a lot of paparazzi, were there, the camera was facing, and she kept truncating me back to back; she kept coming after me. She was giving me serious body heating.

    “So, guys, I’m really not happy. I’m really not happy doing this. And I have to do this so quickly because I know a lot of my people would not want me to do this. But I have to do this because you can’t assassinate my character. Number one, Eniola Badmus, you’re a devil. You are a devil; you are not okay. You are not all right.

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    “I am doing this video to actually explain my side because yesterday you were able to do something because you did something to me. You came after me. You gave me a serious body heating. I wasn’t looking at you. I wasn’t even noticing you because I didn’t want to. You notice that I’m not giving you attention. You kept coming to where I was. You came into my dm. You insulted me. I never answered you. Eniola, you’re evil.”

    She further revealed that she and Eniola have known each other since 2000, and she expressed hurt and disappointment at Eniola’s actions.

    Laide added: “In my own career spanning over 25 years. This video is for you. I have known you since the year 2000. I didn’t just know you. I’m not just knowing you, it’s way back. There was a time you even pretended to have admission in University of Ibadan. We were in that school together. We’ve known each other since teenage years, since, since we’ve known each other since under 20. Someone like me, I can’t operate where there is hatred”.

  • “I gave you your breakthrough role” – Laide Bakare slams Eniola Badmus

    “I gave you your breakthrough role” – Laide Bakare slams Eniola Badmus

    Actress Laide Bakare has responded to her colleague Eniola Badmus, following the remarks Badmus allegedly made about a photo Bakare posted online.

    Taking to Instagram, Bakare reminded Badmus of the pivotal role she played in launching her acting career. 

    She claimed she offered Badmus her first major movie role at a time when many producers avoided working with her because of her appearance.

    Expressing disappointment over the perceived betrayal, Bakare criticized Badmus sharply, even going as far as calling her an “animal” for repaying kindness with hostility.

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    “eniola_badmus I gave you, first major role in your life when. No one wants to Associate with you because of your ugly looks and obesity. Spent my own hard earned money on an ingrate like you, All you could pay me back with is to call me Animal? Haaa! ENIOLA! Almighty God will judge you insha Allah You have started what you can finish and I promise you, you must collect”, she wrote.

    Prior to this, a heated exchange unfolded between both actresses at the premiere of Eniola Ajao’s film “Owambe Thieves” on April 13, 2025, at Filmhouse Circle Mall, Jakande.

    The tension arose when Badmus appeared visibly upset upon noticing Bakare on the dance floor, prompting her to move away and later lash out as Bakare approached her.

    Badmus was heard saying, “Don’t film us together, we’re not friends,” in Yoruba.

  • Why I miss my old body sometimes – Eniola Badmus

    Why I miss my old body sometimes – Eniola Badmus

    Actress Eniola Badmus admitted to sometimes missing her old body in a recent post on Instagram.

    Eniola reminisced about the comfort and familiarity of her previous physique, acknowledging that it was a part of her identity.

    However, Eniola also celebrated her growth, both physical and emotional, stating that her new body has carried her through significant life changes and challenges.

    She said that despite feeling different, her body remains hers, and she is learning to love and appreciate it.

    The screen goddess reminded her followers that her transformation journey has not changed her value as a person.

    Badmus wrote: “There are days when I miss my old body, the fullness, the softness, the way I took up space without hesitation. I miss how familiar it felt, how I knew its curves like the back of my hand, how certain outfits hugged me just right. There was comfort in that body, a sense of identity I never had to question.

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    “But then, I look at my new body, and I see growth not just physically but emotionally. This body has carried me through change, challenges, moments of doubt, and discovery. It moves differently, it feels differently, but it is still mine. And just as I learned to love my body before, I am learning to love this one now.

    “Missing who I was doesn’t prevent me from appreciating who I am becoming. Both versions of me deserve love, respect, and kindness”.

  • Eniola Badmus shares inspiring weight loss journey, encourages fans

    Eniola Badmus shares inspiring weight loss journey, encourages fans

    Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has opened up about her weight loss journey, inspiring fans with her story of perseverance and self-improvement. 

    Posting a transformative photo on her Instagram page, Eniola shared a transformative photo reflecting on the challenges, pain, and strength she experienced throughout her journey.

    Despite her remarkable progress, she admitted she is still amazed by the results she has achieved. 

    The actress revealed that beyond the physical transformation, her weight loss journey has significantly boosted her confidence, discipline, and self-esteem. 

    Eniola described her experience as a powerful reminder that every small effort counts, bringing her closer to becoming the best version of herself.

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    “I’m still in doubt……….The journey of weight loss is one of immense courage, dedication, and resilience. It’s a path filled with struggles….physical, emotional, and mental that test the limits of one’s determination. Every step, from overcoming self-doubt to staying consistent in the face of challenges, reflects incredible strength. It’s not just about shedding weight but also about gaining confidence, discipline, and a renewed sense of self. This journey is a testament to perseverance and serves as a powerful reminder that every effort, no matter how small, brings you closer to becoming the best version of yourself”, she wrote.