Nollywood actress Lizzy Gold has addressed allegations that she deliberately shaded her colleagues, May Edochie and Adanma Luke, following Destiny Etiko's recent international endorsement deal. The Asaba-based star took to Instagram to celebrate Destiny's achievement, but fans quickly noticed that she omitted May and Adanma, who also secured the same ambassadorship. This omission sparked widespread speculation that Lizzy was throwing shade.
Lizzy Gold Responds to Allegations
Reacting to the backlash, Lizzy Gold dismissed the claims, stating that there is no room for hatred and bitterness in her life. She revealed that Adanma Luke personally called her to inform her that both she and May Edochie were also recognized for the deal. Lizzy explained that she had unknowingly only congratulated Destiny in her initial post and promptly edited it to include the missing names.
In her words: "Honestly, there's no space for hatred and bitterness over here. Adanma Luke just called me 10 minutes ago, saying that, alongside Destiny, May Yul Edochie and Adanma Luke were also recognized for the ambassadorship deal. I also unknowingly only congratulated Destiny in my last post. Congratulations, Adanma Luke and May Yul Edochie, on your new sponsorship deals. I just edited the post."
Lizzy Gold's Relationship with Yul Edochie
In related news, Lizzy Gold previously spoke about her relationship with Yul Edochie amid dating rumors. During a live session with fans, she shared how Yul helped her improve her acting skills after directing her on a movie set in 2019. She revealed that before meeting Yul, she struggled with limited visibility and minor roles, but his direction led to a turnaround in her career.
Lizzy emphasized that she remains grateful for his support and will always appreciate his role in her growth. She stated that she cannot cut off Yul because of his marital issues, as it is none of her business. "People don't know why I am close to Yul, why I don't joke with him; it is because God used him to shape my destiny. I don't forget where I am coming from, I can't leave my friend because of his marital issues, that is none of my business, my friend is my friend for life," she said.
Yul Edochie Advises Men
Meanwhile, Yul Edochie recently stirred reactions with a bold message to men, urging them to stop tolerating women who disrespect them. In a tweet on April 15, 2026, he advised men to immediately end marriages or relationships where their partner shows disrespect.
