Nollywood actress Victoria Akanke Ajibola, popularly known as Omo Local, has publicly opened up for the first time about the devastating events that led to the collapse of her marriage, revealing a betrayal she says nearly cost her life.
Speaking in an emotional interview on Oyinmomo TV, the actress recounted how she discovered that her husband had impregnated her best friend while she herself was carrying his child.
“We Were Both Pregnant”
According to Omo Local, she was five months pregnant when she learned that her closest friend was three months pregnant with the same man’s child.
The revelation, she said, shattered not only her marriage but also a trusted friendship she had considered sacred.
“I was five months pregnant, my best friend was also three months pregnant, and my husband was also three months pregnant,” she recalled. “The trauma was so much to the extent that I took poison because of shame.”
Her words laid bare what she described as a double betrayal, from a life partner and from someone she trusted deeply. The actress said the emotional devastation pushed her into a dark and desperate state.
The Weight of Shame and Silence
In many communities, marital breakdown and infidelity often carry stigma, particularly for women. Omo Local suggested that the humiliation and public shame intensified her pain.
The psychological toll, she said, became unbearable.
Though she survived the suicide attempt, the incident marked a turning point. She ultimately left the marriage.
What Happened After
When asked about her former friend’s current whereabouts, Omo Local said she has had no contact with her since the incident.
“I don’t know about her anymore,” she said. “Maybe she’s still together with my ex-husband, I don’t know. But they had about three children together after I left.”
The actress’s revelation has since triggered intense reactions online, with many expressing sympathy and outrage over what they describe as a profound betrayal.
Beyond the Headlines
While social media has focused on the sensational nature of the confession, the story also highlights the emotional trauma that can follow broken trust, particularly when betrayal comes from both a spouse and a close friend.
For Omo Local, the experience was not simply a failed marriage. It was, in her words, a moment of emotional collapse fuelled by betrayal and shame.
Now speaking openly, she appears to be reclaiming her narrative, transforming a deeply painful episode into a testimony of survival.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please seek professional help immediately through a local medical provider or mental health support service. You are not alone.
