Pro-PDP Nollywood actresses react to Jonathan’s poll loss

During the months of campaigning for the presidential election, it appeared as though the entire Nollywood clan of actors and actresses was in support of the People’s Democratic Party candidate, President Jonathan. Actresses like Ibinabo Fiberesima, Ini Edo, Omoni Oboli and even Toyin Aimakhu-Johnson, who said she could die for PDP, were all pro-GEJ.On Wednesday, […]

During the months of campaigning for the presidential election, it appeared as though the entire Nollywood clan of actors and actresses was in support of the People’s Democratic Party candidate, President Jonathan.
Actresses like Ibinabo Fiberesima, Ini Edo, Omoni Oboli and even Toyin Aimakhu-Johnson, who said she could die for PDP, were all pro-GEJ.
On Wednesday, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the APC candidate, Gen. Buhari as the winner and this is how pro-PDP Nollywood actresses reacted.
Ini Edo sent out a tribute to GEJ, thanking him for assisting Nollywood: “My President, you are indeed a great man, a man of honour, dedication and integrity. Your kind nature will be missed by all Nigerians. You allowed peace throughout this election and made us as a nation understand that there’s no alternative to peace. You showed interest in an industry no other Nigerian president did. Entertainment! You contributed to giving us a voice. You helped us grow! If only for this reason sir, I remain eternally grateful. Nigerians have spoken and as the great man that you are again you have heard. God bless you, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. May your days be long and may you be granted your heart’s desires. #GEJ #Transition #NigeriaDecides”
She then went on to congratulate Buhari after he was declared president-elect: “Nigeria has decided. Congratulations Rtd Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, president-elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. I also congratulate Nigeria on the peace shown throughout this election. I had supported President Jonathan but your voices have been heard and your votes counted. Nigeria is about to embark on a new journey and my prayer is for Nigeria to continue to stand as one nation in peace and harmony. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. #truedemocracy #NigeriaDecides”
Mother of three and staunch supporter of GEJ, Omoni Oboli, however didn’t quite congratulate Buhari but rather Nigeria as a whole.
Other actresses like Mercy Johnson, who took a train ride to promote GEJ’s campaign and Rita Dominic, who released a video to show her support, have both kept mum on the issue.
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