Nollywood actress Bidemi Kosoko has responded to social media users questioning her age, maintaining that she is 40 and urging critics to stop involving her father and husband in the debate.
The actress said she was compelled to address the issue publicly following repeated insults and allegations that members of her family had helped conceal her actual age.
In a video shared on Instagram, Kosoko expressed frustration over the persistent comments, questioning why her age had become such a subject of public interest.
“On a normal day I won’t be bothered but it is getting too much, you just keep insulting me,” she said.
She also reacted to comparisons with fellow actress Shola, who has reportedly faced similar accusations of misrepresenting her age. Kosoko questioned the basis of the comparisons, asking whether Shola looked like a baby.
Explaining why some people might mistake her age, the actress said her friendly disposition towards people of different age groups often leads others to assume they are her contemporaries.
She also attributed her youthful appearance to God’s grace.
Kosoko further disclosed that she previously reduced her age but stopped after her father began publicly announcing it during her birthday celebrations.
Reaffirming her position, she said she was comfortable with her age regardless of whether social media users chose to believe her.
“If you don’t want to accept that I’m 40, fine, I’m okay with it,” she said.
