“Jesus Baby My Foot!” — Lizzy Gold Fires Back at Ekene Umenwa Over Alleged Gossip
Gossip • Feb 21
"Dirty Gossip in Nollywood: Lizzy Gold Fires Back at Ekene Umenwa
The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is at the center of a heated controversy. Actress Lizzy Gold has responded strongly to what she calls "juicy gossip" about her personal life, allegedly spread by colleague Ekene Umenwa. The drama has sparked a wider conversation about professionalism, rivalry, and reputation management within the industry.
At the heart of the issue is an alleged claim that Lizzy Gold has body odour and that her two children are from different men. But in a fiery social media post, Lizzy has categorically rejected the claims, describing them as "deliberate lies" spread by someone she calls "Jesus Baby". She asserts that her personal hygiene is impeccable and that she has no reason to prove it to anyone.
Lizzy also addressed the paternity of her children, expressing surprise that her personal life is being dragged into the alleged gossip. She maintains that she keeps her distance from certain colleagues to avoid unnecessary drama, but her name was still dragged into the controversy.
This exchange has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of professionalism and reputation management in Nollywood. Industry insiders are closely watching the situation, waiting to see how it unfolds. Ekene Umenwa has not publicly responded to the allegations, but the incident has highlighted the need for celebrities to be mindful of the impact of their actions on their public image.
In Nollywood, where rivalries and gossip are common, this incident serves as a reminder that celebrities must be careful about how they interact with their colleagues. As Lizzy Gold's situation shows, even a single tweet can spark a heated controversy and damage one's reputation. Only time will tell how this situation will play out, but one thing is clear: the Nigerian film industry is abuzz with excitement and curiosity."