Nollywood actress Damilola Oni has spoken out about the disturbing reality of online harassment, revealing that explicit messages from male fans have become a daily experience on her social media platforms.
In a candid interview shared on Oyinmomo TV, the actress described how her inbox is frequently flooded with inappropriate content, some of it arriving as early as morning. She said the attention often crosses boundaries, with many followers focusing more on her physical appearance than her work.
“Early in the morning, when I open my Instagram, men will send me their manhood, saying ‘I am everything you need, baby.’ All sorts of messages are in my inbox from different men, including elderly men,” she said.
The situation, according to Oni, goes beyond messages. She disclosed that some individuals openly admit to using her on-screen appearances in deeply inappropriate ways.
“Some will even say they watched me on TV and used me for self-gratification,” she stated.
Her experience highlights a growing concern in the entertainment space, where public figures—especially women—face intense scrutiny and objectification online. Oni noted that her curvy figure often attracts unwanted attention, making her a target for such behavior.
Away from the issue of harassment, the actress also reflected on the realities of building a career in Nollywood. She pointed out that visibility and noise sometimes carry more weight than actual talent, forcing many performers to constantly stay in the spotlight to remain relevant.
“I am very single. From time, the loud ones excel more than the talented. You have to spice it up because that’s what will make you relevant. People that are supposed to excel and become famous are not the ones we hear about,” she said.
Oni also shared a personal setback from a film production, where she was removed from a lead role after a colleague reportedly refused to work with her. The incident left her waiting on set for hours before being offered a smaller role.
“Someone said he could never work with me and I didn’t offend the person. I was on set for more than eight hours waiting for a lead role,” she said.
Despite the disappointment, she chose to stay professional and complete the project, refusing to let the situation define her place in the industry.
“The producer said he had to choose and couldn’t pick me, but offered me another role with fewer scenes. I was sad, but I decided to stay and do the job.
“I won’t leave because of anyone. Nobody can send me away from this industry,” she said.
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