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Tomisin Oderinde Shares Her Experience With Sexual Harassment in Nollywood
Oluwatomisin Oderinde, a prominent actress and producer in the Yoruba movie industry, recently opened up about her encounters with sexual harassment in the film industry. Oderinde, known for her hard work and talent, has produced five movies of her own, making her a respected figure among her peers.
The actress highlighted that sexual harassment primarily occurs with directors and male individuals on set who exploit the vulnerability of young, aspiring actresses seeking fame and recognition. She admitted, “If I say I have never experienced it, I would be lying. However, the harassment I have faced did not occur before getting a role. It happened on set, where a senior actor or crew member would suggest that I sleep in their room overnight. But, I have never been forced into such situations. I speak up firmly against their advances. I have a sharp tongue and can respond with polite insults before leaving the set. I am selective about the locations I choose to work on, which has helped me avoid encounters with people who are desperate and willing to take advantage. I am focusing on my own productions, taking it one step at a time. Although I sometimes work on other people’s projects, it is solely for the purpose of filming, and once it’s over, I go back home. There is no room for misconduct,” said Tomisin.
Speaking about her most recent movie, “OJIJI OKAN,” the mother of two explained, “The movie was written specifically for me by a talented storywriter. It revolves around a character named Wura, whose parents were killed by her supposed brother-in-law. She was intended to marry the younger brother of the person who was hired by her uncle to commit the crime. This situation creates a dilemma for Wura. Will she continue the relationship or not? ‘Ojiji Okan’ is a thrilling movie that explores themes of love, revenge, and the role of destiny in people’s lives.”
In addition to her latest film, Tomisin has produced other notable works such as “Stalker” (2018), “Iso inu eku” (2019), “Fifehanmi” (2021), and “Above the Law” (2021). She has also appeared in numerous productions by other filmmakers.
Having spent nine years in the industry, Tomisin explained that she pursued a career in acting due to her passion. “I have been involved in school plays since my primary and secondary school days. Acting is innate in me. When I was growing up, I expressed my desire to study acting in the university, but my parents objected, and I ended up pursuing a different field. Now, they fully support my decision,” she stated.
Tomisin, who is also involved in other businesses, revealed that veteran actress Sola Sobowale and versatile actor and producer Toyin Aimakhu Adeyemi are the individuals she looks up to within the Yoruba movie industry.
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.
Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.
The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.
“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.
Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.
Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.
The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.
The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.
An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.
Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.
Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.
The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.
The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.
In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.
Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.
The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.
“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.
The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.
Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.
His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.
Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.
However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.
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