March 15, (THEWILL) – Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare, has refuted claims of having her nude pictures in circulation on social media.
A few weeks ago, a blogger made a post alleging that the actress sent her nude to her lover and the lover shared it with the public.
The actress took to her Instagram page to drop the disclaimer about the allegation.
According to her, she was inclined to ignore the story but decided to speak out to protect her reputation and address the concerns of her family, friends, and fans.
Bakare went further to assert her stand as an actress, movie producer, and role model of international repute and also state her intention to involve law enforcement agents and cyber security experts to bring the perpetrators of the malicious act to justice.
“My attention has been drawn to a fake and malicious news circulating in the social media alleging that I sent my nude pictures to a so-called lover, who has now released same to the public.
“My initial reaction was to ignore this completely false and sensational story. However, in the interest of my family, friends and fans all over the world, who are concerned and embarrassed by these wicked lies, I hereby state emphatically that these stories are completely false and the handiwork of some wicked and mindless people.
“I have never and I will never share my nude pictures with anyone. Not even in my long acting career have I accepted a nude role.
“I am an actress, movie producer and role model of international standing with over 2 decades of hard-earned reputation. In defence of this profile and in order not to grant victory to evil-doers, I am now taking steps to bring in law enforcement and cyber security experts in Nigeria and Internationally to get to the root of this malicious act and bring the shameless perpetrators to justice.
“Following the advice of my lawyers and security agents, I will not be making any further comments on this until otherwise advised.
“I thank my family, friends and fans, who have shown love and concern during this period. I love you all and I will remain unshaken.”
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