Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has shed 87kg over five years, going from 170kg to 83kg, and now serves as Special Assistant to the Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives on Social Events and Public Hearings. Her net worth is estimated between $1.5 million and $3 million, according to recent estimates.
Early Life and Education
Born on 7 September 1982 in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria, Badmus received her basic and secondary education there. She later attended the University of Ibadan, studying Theatre Arts, before earning an M.Sc in Economics from Lagos State University.
Reflecting on her early career, Badmus told sources: "When I started out, I wasn't fully prepared. What I got after my career kicked off was far from my dreams."
Nollywood Career: From Jenifa to Gangs of Lagos
Badmus began acting in 2000 but rose to prominence in 2008 with roles in two Yoruba films: Jenifa and Omo Ghetto. These roles cemented her reputation as a bold comedic talent. Awards followed, including Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Africa Magic Viewer Choice Awards, Most Promising Actress in Nigeria at the African Movie Academy Awards, and Best Comic Actress in Nigeria at the City People Entertainment Awards. She has appeared in more than 200 movies over her two-decade career.
Her filmography includes Mosadoluwa (2020), One Lagos Night (2021), Swallow (2021), Tiger's Tail (2022), Palava! (2022), and Gangs of Lagos (2023). In March 2016, she was unveiled as a brand ambassador for telecoms company 9mobile (then Etisalat).
Political Role and Current Position
Beyond acting, Badmus currently serves as Special Assistant to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Social Events and Public Hearings. This role adds a political dimension to her public career.
The Transformation: 170kg to 83kg
Badmus first revealed her slimmer appearance after a period away from social media. In interviews, she disclosed she had undergone gastric bypass surgery in Turkey in 2022, after struggling to control her eating habits and deciding to prioritise her health. Since then, she has adopted healthier eating and regular exercise.
In July 2026, Badmus told Naija Metro: "Five years ago, I weighed 170KG. Today, in 2026, I weigh 83KG. That didn't happen overnight. It took years of discipline, sacrifice, pain, consistency, tears, setbacks, and choosing my health every single day."
Body-Shaming and Resilience
Badmus has faced criticism both when she was plus-size and now that she is slimmer. She wrote on Instagram: "I need you to hear this from me… being 'fat' is not the problem. Hating yourself is. Doubting yourself is. Believing you're not enough is. That's the real struggle."
She added: "My weight loss journey has taught me one powerful thing: transformation starts in the mind. I didn't wake up one day different….I made small, consistent decisions. And guess what? You can too. If I can do it, you can absolutely do it."
Badmus admitted she sometimes misses her old body, noting there was comfort in it and a sense of identity she never had to question. However, she sees growth—both physical and emotional—in her new appearance.
Davido Feud and Reconciliation
Badmus and Afrobeats star Davido were once close, with Badmus among the first Nollywood stars to publicly support his music career. Their relationship strained in October 2022 after the passing of Davido's three-year-old son, Ifeanyi Adeleke. Badmus was among the first to share the news on social media, drawing criticism from fans who felt the family should have announced it themselves. She deleted the posts, and Davido and his family unfollowed her on Instagram.
In November 2024, signs of reconciliation emerged when the two were seen talking at Pastor Tobi Adegboyega's birthday event in London. A video of their greeting spread online, and fans welcomed the reunion. Badmus later shared photos of Davido paying a courtesy visit to Tajudeen Abbas in Abuja, captioning one: "Baddest X Baddo."
Latest News and Net Worth
In February 2026, Badmus broke her silence after a social media user accused her of being a private pimp, vowing legal action and stating: "We don't forgive in this zone." In July 2026, she confirmed losing 87kg and said body-shaming had never stopped, with critics now targeting her slimmer appearance. Most recently, after photos surfaced showing her with Davido at an Abuja event, she reflected on loyalty on Instagram.
Her net worth is estimated between $1.5 million and $3 million, with one estimate at $3 million and others citing $1.8 million. Income streams include acting fees, film production, scriptwriting, social media influencing, radio work, brand ambassador deals (including Etisalat), property investments, and business opportunities. She has millions of followers across Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, monetised through sponsored posts and affiliate marketing.
Badmus keeps her romantic life private, debunking rumours of marriage to a man named Seyi and dismissing online "family portraits" as behind-the-scenes images from movie sets. She maintains a close relationship with her younger sister, Oluwatomisin Badmus (Tomi Badmus). She has openly spoken about longing to have children of her own in the future.
