A resurfaced video showing popular Nigerian skit-maker and streamer Carter Efe issuing a stern warning to his baby mama has ignited a fresh wave of controversy online. The clip, which shows the comedian in a heated exchange with Emmanuella, also known as Nuella, has emerged amidst serious allegations of domestic abuse against him.
Video Shows Controlling Behaviour, Sparks Public Outrage
The viral footage captures Carter Efe, whose real name is Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, seated while berating Nuella who stands quietly behind him. In the video, he points his finger and declares that she would be sent away if she ever posted dance clips on TikTok again. Nuella, dressed in a purple outfit, remains silent throughout the confrontation, with her body language suggesting significant discomfort.
Social media users were quick to analyse the interaction, with many noting that Nuella appeared frightened. One prevalent comment read, “See the girl shake,” highlighting the perceived fear in her demeanour. The video's reappearance is directly linked to recent activism by social media commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.
Fresh Allegations of Physical Assault Surface
The resurfaced video gained traction after VeryDarkMan shared evidence alleging Carter Efe physically assaulted Nuella. The activist presented footage purportedly showing Nuella with facial swelling, which he claimed was a result of abuse shortly after she gave birth to their child.
Adding fuel to the fire, a friend of Nuella reportedly leaked private chat messages. These messages detailed allegations of postpartum abuse and an incident where Carter Efe allegedly locked her out of their home with their infant child. These combined revelations have triggered widespread public condemnation and calls for accountability.
Netizens React: Calls for Justice and Empathy for Nuella
The online reaction to the unfolding drama has been intense and largely critical of the skit-maker. Many users condemned his behaviour in the old video as controlling and indicative of deeper issues.
User @nuelmars commented: "The girl sef Dey scared… ahhh carter no dey shout at woman like that jor." Another user, @chrisNdrive, questioned the hypocrisy: "Why do people not like their partners doing the same job dey do? He is a content creator, but he is so worked up about her desire to create content. Men need to stop doing this. It is a love affair, not slavery."
Others expressed empathy for Nuella's situation. @realtundeednut wrote: "See the girl shake, ahhh, this girl hey go through a lot ooo,,, is like Carterefe is the problem here oo." The commentary extended to broader discussions about toxic relationships, with user @IBUILD01 stating: "This guy is very stupid and there are lots of men like this .... He's everything a proper man shouldn't be..."
Saida BOJ and Others Weigh In on the Feud
The controversy also drew comments from other celebrities. Content creator Saida BOJ revealed she had predicted troubles in Carter Efe and Nuella's relationship a year prior. She claimed she knew Nuella was suffering even when the public was criticising her.
Saida BOJ dragged Carter Efe, questioning if he would date the “big-backed” women he often features in his skits. She accused him of toxicity, especially considering that Nuella supported him during his early days of struggle. She urged men to empathise with Nuella's position, noting that a man's true character is often revealed by fame, not by his behaviour when he is broke.
The resurfaced video and the subsequent allegations have placed Carter Efe under intense public scrutiny, with many calling for him to address the serious claims made against him.
