A viral video featuring popular Nollywood actor Yomi Gold has taken the internet by storm, revealing his unexpected new business venture in the United States. The footage shows the film star actively involved in the goat-selling trade, a development that has sparked widespread conversation among Nigerians online.
From Screen to Livestock: Yomi Gold's New American Hustle
In the now-trending clip, Yomi Gold is seen standing proudly among a herd of clean and well-fed goats at what appears to be a livestock yard in the US. With a visible smile and an enthusiastic tone, the actor directly advertises his animals to potential customers. He specifically mentioned the upcoming Detty December festive period as his motivation, stating he needs to raise extra funds to enjoy the celebrations.
This new venture comes after the actor previously made headlines in 2023 when his second marriage to Meenah came to an end. At the time, Yomi Gold described the split as a mutual decision, citing a lack of love in the relationship.
Mixed Reactions from Fans and Followers
The video elicited a flood of responses from social media users, with opinions sharply divided. While some expressed surprise at seeing a known actor in such a trade, many others applauded his decision to embrace honest work abroad.
One user, @HouseofPalermo, commented: "I was waiting for him to mention the price of each goat. Do you have his Instagram account?"
Another user, @john322226, highlighted the perceived difference in how such work is viewed based on location: "If he was selling the goats like this in Nigeria they will say he’s now struggling but since it’s abroad, they know he’s doing very good from the business. Working hard is okay but location help you to get the best rewards of your hard work."
Honest Work Abroad: A Commendable Venture
Many commentators saw Yomi Gold's move as a smart and lucrative business decision. User @GideonToba sought to correct any misconceptions about the venture's profitability, stating: "People would think selling goat in USA/Canada means he’s poor. I’m here to tell you goats are expensive here and he’s probably richer than a lot of 8-5s."
User @nosafk pointed out the security advantages, noting: "It is better to sell goats in a country where no one can easily kidnap you than a country where they can... the security agencies turn blind eyes. Meanwhile, he is making a lot of money from the business."
The general sentiment from supporters was that the actor demonstrated humility and a strong work ethic by engaging in a legitimate business to support himself, regardless of his previous career fame.
