Veteran Nollywood actor Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) is under fire after sharing a controversial birthday message to fellow actress Omoni Oboli that left many social media users unimpressed.
On Tuesday, April 22nd, Omoni celebrated her 47th birthday, and RMD took to Instagram to mark the occasion. However, it wasn’t his words that sparked backlash—it was the steamy movie still he chose to post.
The photo, taken from a past film, showed RMD and Omoni locked in a passionate kiss, with the caption:
“@omonioboli
Happy birthday, STARGIRL!!!
I can’t wait for our next round of movies
#RMDSaysSo”
While clearly from a movie scene, the choice of such an intimate image didn’t sit well with many online—especially given that Omoni is married with three grown sons. Critics took to the comment section to express their disapproval, calling it “inappropriate” and “disrespectful” to her husband, Nnamdi Oboli.
Here’s what some had to say:
- @Bignamek: “Of all the countless photos of Omoni Oboli, you chose this? Bringing make-believe into reality like this isn’t cool.”
- @A_jarofsweets_: “My prayers are with understanding spouses.”
- @Bennchuks: “Bros RMD, abeg, na only this picture dey?”
- @Lukealade: “Eww. This movie is how old now? Why this photo?”
- @Kkendobaz: “Na person wife you hold like that, dey wish happy birthday?”
- @UnlimitedDeniola: “This is disrespectful to her husband.”
- @Gracejustinallies: “Disappointed in RMD.”
Others echoed similar sentiments, questioning RMD’s judgment and accusing him of blurring the lines between his professional life and personal boundaries.
This isn’t the first time RMD has drawn attention over his interactions with women on social media. He previously raised eyebrows when he publicly referred to comedian Ali Baba’s wife as his “dearest wife” in a birthday message, sparking confusion and criticism.
In a separate moment that also raised a few brows, actress Iyabo Ojo once admitted in an interview that she has sexual feelings for RMD and dreams of filming a love scene with him. She even listed him among her celebrity crushes, further fanning public curiosity around the veteran actor’s onscreen and offscreen charm.
Meanwhile, RMD also made headlines last year when a video of an overexcited fan recording him went viral. Despite initial criticism, the actor leaned into the moment, reposting the video on his page and jokingly highlighting its potential as TikTok content.
Still admired for his iconic roles and enduring presence in Nollywood, RMD’s latest social media move has sparked a conversation about boundaries, respect, and perception in the public eye—especially when it comes to interactions involving married colleagues.
