Nollywood stars Mercy Aigbe and Eniola Ajao were among the guests at the surprise baby shower of popular stylist CEO Luminee, who recently welcomed a child with actor Baba Ijesha. The event has sparked widespread reactions online, with many netizens criticizing the actresses for attending.
CEO Luminee, whose real name is Abiodun Folashade, and actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, known as Baba Ijesha, announced the birth of their baby boy on June 15, 2026. The news caused a stir, given Baba Ijesha's recent release from prison after serving a 16-year sentence for defiling a minor.
Video from Baby Shower Emerges
A video from the surprise baby shower surfaced on social media, showing Luminee breaking down in tears of shock as Mercy Aigbe and others consoled her. Another clip captured the new mother dancing joyfully at the celebration.
Mixed Reactions Online
Many social media users expressed disappointment at Mercy Aigbe and Eniola Ajao for attending the event. Some comments questioned whether Luminee knew the father's identity, while others defended the actresses for supporting their friend.
- Memnefer commented: "You really can't predict the internet... Mercy Aigbe actually went for Luminee baby shower. I'm disappointed."
- fabiyi_abosede said: "How sure are we that she even knew who the father is? My gender that can hide things."
- AkeranF commented: "They are all alabosi. Hailing princess in front, pinching her at back."
However, some users defended the actresses, stating that Luminee made her own choice and friends should support her. pretty yetty fashion world wrote: "Luminee made her choice as an adult so why would her friends and family hate or fight her for that singular reason?"
mimieniiyi added: "Irrespective of who the father is, these two are like family. Mercy is like her aunt... Of course she will be there for Luminee not Ijesha."
Yomi Fabiyi Accuses Baba Ijesha of Betrayal
In related news, actor Yomi Fabiyi accused Baba Ijesha of betrayal, claiming the veteran actor sent someone to threaten him shortly after leaving prison. Fabiyi expressed shock, as he had supported Baba Ijesha during his 2021 sexual assault case and after his release in 2025.
The baby shower video continues to circulate, drawing attention to the complex dynamics surrounding Baba Ijesha's past and his new family.
