Eniola Ajao, a Nollywood actress, responded to criticism of her career made by film critic Tolu Fagbure.
In an interview with Agbaletu, Fagbure asserted that the actress lacks talent.
When asked about Eniola Ajao, Fagbure responded, “That one doesn’t have business in the cinema with her ‘Ajakaju’. Of course, she is from the same block as Odunlade Adekola.
“I don’t think her acting has a place. I don’t think that is acting at all. She has a fine face, plastic delivery. The only thing she has going for her is her fine face; that’s admirable. I don’t think she has talent, let alone developing it into skill.”
When the interviewer asked, “Really? Is this not too brutal?”
Fagbure answered, “That’s my opinion. My opinion is not sacrosanct; my opinion is not the end.”
Reacting to Fagbure’s remarks about her acting, Eniola Ajao, in a post on X, wrote, “Ahhh, so my fine face is the only thing carrying me? After all these years?
“I will just keep doing what I know how to do: work, grow and let the audience decide. After all, opinions are free, but careers are built.
“Cinema or no cinema, I’m not stopping anytime soon. Ire oo.”
It is important for us all to remember that everyone deserves kindness and encouragement rather than unwarranted criticism. Celebrities are humans too, with feelings and struggles just like anyone else. Instead of tearing each other down, we should focus on uplifting and supporting one another, fostering a more positive and compassionate society. Let’s choose empathy over negativity and remember that everyone is doing their best.
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