Actress Eniola Badmus threatens lawsuit over prostitution allegation
Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus plans to sue an individual who accused her of running a prostitution network involving young women and prominent Nigerian figures.
Eniola Badmus, a well-known Nollywood actress and Special Assistant to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on Social Events, has expressed her intention to take legal action against an accusation made on social media. The accusation, posted by a user on X.com, alleges that Badmus has been managing a prostitution network that connects young women with influential movie directors and high-profile politicians in Nigeria. This claim further suggests that her political appointment was possibly granted in exchange for these illicit connections.
The allegations emerged from a tweet by the user identified as #Femzydr1, who criticized the actress and labeled her as a 'private pimp' within the Nigerian film industry. This serious claim draws attention not only to Badmus' personal and professional reputation but also raises broader concerns about exploitation within the entertainment sector in Nigeria where such nefarious activities could undermine the experiences of young aspiring female actors.
In response to these serious allegations, Badmus has made it clear that she will not tolerate the spread of false accusations and is prepared to defend her name through legal means. This situation underscores the challenges faced by public figures in Nigeria, especially women, who may be subjected to derogatory claims that can harm their careers and public image, often in the absence of conclusive evidence.