Eniola Badmus, a well-known Nollywood actress, spoke on social media about how celebrities are targeted online and pointed out that they are also people with blood in their veins.
On Wednesday, August 3, 2013, Badmus posted this on her Facebook page to convey her displeasure with the way false accusations against her have been published online without any supporting documentation.
“I will like to address an issue that has been plaguing social media platforms and online communities: defamatory statements about me.
“How do you wake up, go on social media and pull people down by making false/negative comments about them and still expect mercy from God? This is someone you do not even know! Common!
“You have no single fact/evidence but will sit behind your phones and make a smooth video defaming my personality. Why?” Badmus lamented.
The actress continued by lamenting the body-shaming she had when she was plus-sized and added that it has persisted even as she pursues a healthy lifestyle and her political decision.
Badmus said that even famous individuals are people with blood coursing through their veins, and questioned why anyone would criticize her for her private and human activities since “no one judges your choice or approach to life in your corner.”
“When I was a plus size, it was the height of body shaming, now on my fitness journey, same negative comments, when I made my political choice, same negatives. Guys, let people live their lives and respect them for it. Some of us have muscle to keep it going, how about those that can’t and silently struggle with depression and low self-esteem?
“We celebrities are human, we have blood running through our veins like you. No one judges your choice or approach to life in your corner, so why judge me on personal and human actions?
“More often than not, I ignore these comments or don’t even bother reading them but sometimes, it hits badly and you truly and really want to set an example.
I” am aware that defamation is a serious matter and can have severe consequences, both legally and socially. It is essential to recognize the impact of our words on others and the responsibilities that come with expressing our opinions publicly.
“While freedom of speech is a fundamental right, I think it should be exercised responsibly and with consideration for the potential harm it may cause. Above all let’s spread love 
Love you guys,” she said.
Love you guys,” she said.
