Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has tendered a public apology to her colleague, Laide Bakare, following backlash over her reaction during a recent podcast appearance.
Badmus issued the apology in a statement shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday, days after a clip from her appearance on Isbae U’s Curiosity Made Me As podcast went viral.
During the interview, the host mentioned Laide Bakare as one of his favourite actresses, prompting Badmus to hiss and change her facial expression. The moment triggered reactions online and reignited discussions about the long-standing rift between the two actresses.
Reflecting on the incident, Badmus admitted her reaction could have been perceived as dismissive and expressed regret over how it was received.
“On reflection, I realize my reaction when Laide Bakare’s name was mentioned during my recent interview could have come across as dismissive, and for that, I sincerely apologize,” she wrote.
Addressing Bakare directly, she added: “Laide, whatever our differences, I choose peace and I genuinely wish you well.”
Badmus noted that maturity involves learning from past experiences and choosing to move forward rather than holding on to disagreements.
“We’re all growing, learning and becoming better versions of ourselves. Sometimes maturity is simply knowing when to let go and move forward,” she said.
