Drama Unfolds: Opeyemi Aiyeola Reveals Why She Blocked Industry Colleagues Post-Wedding

Veteran Nollywood actress, Opeyemi Aiyeola, has offered an apology to her fans for her prolonged absence from the movie industry, which lasted over a decade. The actress relocated to the United States after tying the knot with her husband, Olayiwola Abdulwakilu.

In a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, Aiyeola explained that she stepped away from the spotlight to prioritize her family and build a solid marital foundation.

She revealed that she intentionally cut ties with her colleagues in the industry out of concern that staying active in Nollywood might jeopardize her marriage.

“I was away from the screen for more than ten years, and I sincerely apologise to my fans,” she said. “I cherished my marriage deeply, so I decided to block all contacts from the industry.”

The actress added, “Let’s be honest—many outsiders judge entertainers unfairly, assuming they can’t maintain stable homes. I didn’t want to become another example of that, so I stepped back and focused on my home.”

Now a proud mother of two boys, Aiyeola said she has given her all to raising them and is ready to reclaim her career path.

“I’ve sacrificed everything for my children. Now it’s my time to focus on building my career again,” she declared.