Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has vehemently responded to persistent misrepresentations of her past comments, culminating in a heated reaction when a man recently messaged her offering himself “for sale” as her boyfriend.
The popular actress took to Instagram with an impassioned video addressing what she describes as a years-long mischaracterization of statements she made during a live session with a male friend approximately three years ago. According to Blessing, the conversation took an unexpected turn when her friend suggested that due to her personality and public image, she could only attract older or married men.
During that live video, my friend said something like because of who I am and how I am, I can only attract older and married men—that no young boy would be with me except if they wanted my money,” Blessing explained in her recent video. She recounts how she challenged this assertion by stating she regularly receives romantic interest from younger men and rhetorically asked, “What if I decide to buy any man of my choice?
This hypothetical question, taken out of context, quickly became tabloid fodder. Blessing describes how blog sites ran with the misinterpreted quote, resulting in significant online criticism from both male and female social media users who believed she was literally suggesting she could purchase romantic partners.
The situation reached a boiling point recently when a man apparently familiar with these old headlines sent Blessing a direct message stating he was “available for her to buy.” This unwelcome advance prompted the actress to respond with an uncharacteristically strong condemnation.
“I don’t know who you are, where you are sitting in the comfort of your home trying to bring out a narrative that will dent my image, but I say this to you today that it will never be well with you,” Blessing stated firmly in her video address.
The actress used the opportunity to clarify her current priorities, explaining she has evolved beyond seeking viral attention. I don’t care about trending anymore. Ever since I stopped, I have been making more money. I have gone past that era of my life; I only post what I want you to see, and you can’t force me to post what you want.”
Blessing’s frustration appears compounded by what she describes as an ongoing pattern of misrepresentation by certain media outlets. Sometimes it’s very good to react when something is said about you online, especially from cut and join bloggers, who derive joy in using your name for clout and personal gains,” she noted, defending her decision to address the situation publicly rather than ignore it.
This isn’t the first time Blessing has confronted unwanted advances stemming from misinterpretations of her public statements. Just last month, the actress expressed irritation at receiving numerous WhatsApp messages from young men “applying” to be her “sugar boy” and promising to “serve her well.” She emphatically rejected these advances, stating she is not a “sugar mummy” and finding such approaches both “irritating and annoying.
Industry observers note that Blessing’s experience highlights the unique challenges faced by female celebrities in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, where public statements can be weaponized through selective editing and contextual manipulation. The actress’s forceful “enough is enough” declaration signals her determination to reclaim control of her narrative and public image.
Throughout her career, Blessing has maintained a significant presence in Nollywood, known both for her acting talents and her outspoken nature on social media. While her candid approach has endeared her to many fans, it has occasionally made her vulnerable to mischaracterization by gossip blogs and social media commentators seeking to generate traffic through sensationalized interpretations of her statements.
The incident underscores the complex relationship between celebrities and social media in Nigeria’s entertainment landscape, where public figures must carefully navigate between authentic self-expression and the potential for misrepresentation. Blessing’s declaration that she has moved beyond chasing viral moments suggests a strategic shift in how she engages with her online audience, prioritizing career development and personal fulfillment over momentary internet fame.
As Blessing continues to evolve both professionally and personally, her recent statements reflect a growing frustration with being defined by out-of-context quotes and a determination to present herself on her own terms. Her emphatic rejection of unwanted advances and mischaracterizations signals to both fans and detractors that she intends to control her own narrative moving forward.
