The wife of popular Nollywood actor Kunle Afod, Desola Afod, has ignited a fresh round of social media conversations following her sharp response to critics over a viral video. The clip, which featured Desola in a friendly moment with renowned Fuji music star Malaika, drew unsolicited commentary from an online user, leading to a fiery exchange.
The Viral Moment and the Critical Backlash
Desola Afod, a mother of four, originally shared the video on her personal Instagram page. The content showed her enjoying a light-hearted and cordial interaction with the singer, Malaika. However, the seemingly innocent post was met with criticism from a follower who interpreted the friendship as inappropriate.
The critic directly accused Desola of publicly embarrassing her husband and insinuated she was "dating" the Fuji star. The comment advised her to keep such relationships away from the public eye. This unsolicited opinion prompted an immediate and unapologetic clapback from Kunle Afod's wife.
Desola Afod's Unfiltered Response
In a reply that has since been widely circulated, Desola Afod dismissed the accusation with bold defiance. She countered that the need to hide a relationship only arises when one is not proud of the person they are associated with. Making her stance unequivocally clear, she stated she had no intention of explaining herself or debunking any rumours.
Her exact words were: "If e reach your turn, hide it when you date better people. Aye gbogbo yin maa baje ni. I no go debunk anything." She concluded her message with the phrase "Aura for aura," further emphasizing her confident stance. This response quickly divided netizens, with many applauding her self-assurance while others continued to scrutinize the nature of her friendship with Malaika.
A Marriage Under Constant Public Scrutiny
This incident is not an isolated one for the Afod family, who have often had to address public speculation about their union. In a past interview, Kunle Afod praised Desola as the "backbone" of their marriage and called her the "best woman ever," acknowledging that every home faces its own challenges.
The actor has also previously had to deny rumours, including a bizarre claim in 2024 that he impregnated a woman in Mushin, which he humorously dismissed as involving "ghosts." On another occasion, Desola stood firmly by her husband when a troll accused him of an affair in Ibadan, vowing she would never leave him.
During the celebration of Kunle Afod's 50th birthday, Desola openly acknowledged the difficulties that come with being married to a celebrity. She admitted the journey had its tough moments but reaffirmed her commitment against divorce, pledging to stand by her husband and the father of her children through all circumstances.
The online reaction to Desola's latest post was a mix of support and further commentary. Fans like @evoncouture1 and @lifestyle_with_morenikeji praised her focus and energy. Others, however, continued the debate in the comments section, highlighting the relentless scrutiny faced by celebrity families in the digital age.
