A video of Nollywood actor Kevin Ikeduba voicing his frustration over how some Nigerians treat celebrities in public has gone viral.
In the trending clip, Ikeduba recounted a recent experience at an Amala restaurant, where he felt compelled to respond to the behavior of certain individuals. The actor emphasized that celebrities also have personal lives and deserve respect.
The video has sparked varied reactions online, with many debating his stance and sharing their own perspectives on the public’s treatment of celebrities.
Popular actor Kevin Ikeduba has expressed his displeasure at how some Nigerians perceive celebrities as gods or superheroes who should not be seen in certain locations.
The actor, who made headlines over his unexpected encounter with a lady who recognised him in a moving vehicle, recounted his experience at an Amala joint in a video that has since gone viral.
Kevin disclosed that more than five people brought out their phones to video him as he purchased the Amala, which he frowned against.
The actor stated that celebrities also have personal lives, suggesting they should be allowed to live freely.
“Celebrity is just a title, we have our personal lives. more than five people bring phones to video me, why them dey video me, because I come buy Amala?” he asked.
Gossipinfo also recalls reporting that Kevin Ikeduba shared that his first job was at a daycare centre.
Netizens react to Kevin Ikeduba’s video
hanskidtoyoureyes:
“The price for popularity.. It’s crazy.”
nollywoods_seiyefa_john:
“It is only God that will help (we) celebrities in this country. We are going through a lot in the hands of our fans.”
“They were surprised that you dey chop food because normally celebrities no dey chop food.”
oluwakem730:
“You go explain tire.”
peaceosas19:
“Lol. Be like you never reach Yankee before, Even for your hotel room paparazzi go zoom ur pupu inside ur room naija still small na.”