A video of Nollywood actor Kevin Ikeduba expressing frustration over how some Nigerians treat celebrities in public has gone viral.
In the video, Kevin recounted a recent experience at an Amala restaurant, explaining how he felt compelled to react to the situation. He emphasized that celebrities are human beings with personal lives and should not be held to unrealistic standards.
The actor, who recently made headlines for an unexpected encounter with a fan who recognized him in a moving vehicle, shared his displeasure at the perception of celebrities as untouchable or out of place in certain environments. His candid remarks have sparked diverse reactions online.
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.”