Voodoos Exist in Africa and They Work – Actress Iyabo Ojo Insists
Nigerian actress Iyabo Ojo has defended Nollywood's use of traditional themes and special effects, insisting that voodoos exist in Africa and they actually work.
Voodoos Exist in Africa and They Work – Actress Iyabo Ojo Insists
Iyabo Ojo is not here for anyone looking down on Nollywood. The actress has responded to criticisms about Nigerian movies and their use of supernatural storylines, and her response is simple, voodoos exist in Africa and they work. So if you see it in a movie, do not call it fake.
She made this statement during a conversation with British-Nigerian radio presenter Remi Burgz. The topic was the criticism that some Nollywood productions are not taken seriously because of their visual effects and supernatural themes. People from other parts of the world sometimes laugh at the way Nollywood portrays magic, spiritual warfare, and traditional rituals. But Iyabo says those critics are missing the point.
According to her, African storytelling cannot be separated from local beliefs and traditions. Spirituality, folklore, and traditional practices are part of the culture. When Nollywood films show them, they are not making things up, they are reflecting realities, beliefs, and imagination rooted in the continent's culture.
She insisted that voodoos are real. They are not just movie magic. They exist in Africa, and they produce results. Whatever anyone else believes, that is the reality for many Africans, and Nollywood has every right to tell those stories.
Reactions have been pouring in. Some people agree with Iyabo completely. They say that Africans need to stop apologizing for their culture and trying to explain themselves to Westerners. If white people can make movies about witches, vampires, and superheroes without being mocked, why should Nollywood be any different?
Others have called her statement dangerous. They argue that promoting belief in voodoo as real could lead to superstition and even violence, like the cases of people being accused of witchcraft and killed. They say movies are entertainment, not documentaries, and should not be presented as reality.
Iyabo is not backing down. She said what she believes, and she is standing by it. Whether you agree with her or not, you cannot deny that Nollywood has found a formula that works. People watch these movies, love them, and keep coming back for more.
Source: TrendyBeatz
