Lots Of Christian Fans Unfollowed Me After Revealing I Am Muslim – Actress Adunni Ade

Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has claimed that some of her Christian fans unfollowed her after she publicly revealed that she is Muslim.

Speaking in an interview with media personality Chude Jidenowo, the actress said she previously struggled to openly identify as a Muslim because of the nature of the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Ade alleged that it is “almost forbidden” for actors to publicly identify as Muslims in Nollywood, saying such a declaration could lead to them being looked down upon.

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She said she eventually found the courage to speak publicly about her faith and explain that Islam is the religion that works for her.

According to the actress, the revelation led some of her Christian followers to unfollow her on social media, while others sent messages expressing their views about her faith.

She said:

“In my line of work, it is almost forbidden for you to publicly say you are a Muslim. You could be looked down upon for doing that. It is just something that I noticed.

“Islam for me, is not all about outward look. It is what is within. How you treat others. I came out publicly with my religion because I was tired of keeping it a secret. I have been to different churches. I am not saying Christianity is not a good religion. It is not for me to say. I am just saying what works for me, is Islam.

“And I lost some fans for revealing that I am a Muslim. They unfollowed me. Some people even came to my DMs to bit out whatever spirit they thought was within me. Some were praying for me. A lot of Muslims embraced me. But I really don’t care about that. It is just for me and what works for me.”