By Thomas Abidoye
Nollywood actress Victoria Akanke Ajibola, popularly known as Omo Local, has shared details about the circumstances that led to the breakdown of her marriage.
The actress made the disclosure during a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, where she spoke about her past relationship and the events surrounding her divorce.
According to her account, she discovered while she was five months pregnant that her close friend was also expecting a child for her husband at the time.
She said the development had a severe emotional impact on her and contributed to the collapse of the marriage.
Ajibola stated that the situation caused her significant distress and that she struggled to cope with the emotional consequences.
She further revealed that after she left the marriage, her former husband and the friend went on to have more children together.
She added that she is no longer in contact with the former friend and does not have information about her current whereabouts.
The actress did not disclose further details about the timeline of the events or the duration of the marriage.
She said “I was five months pregnant, my best friend was also three months pregnant for my husband. The trauma was so much to the extent that I took poison because of shame,” she said.
“Anyway, I don’t know about her whereabouts anymore. Maybe she’s still together with my ex-husband, I don’t know, but they had about three (children) together after I left him.”
Profile of Victoria Akanke Ajibola (Omo Local)
Victoria Akanke Ajibola, popularly known as Omo Local, is a prominent Nigerian actress, film producer, entrepreneur, and theatre arts practitioner in the Yoruba Nollywood industry.
Born on April 12, 1977, she hails from a background that nurtured her multifaceted talents in singing, dancing, makeup artistry, and acting.
She began her education at Westlands College in Ibadan, Oyo State, and has built a career spanning acting, production, and business ventures.
Ajibola entered the Nigerian film industry as a dedicated practitioner, facing early challenges including industry gatekeeping and personal hardships.
In interviews, she has shared experiences of rejection and exploitation, such as a marketer demanding sexual favors for poster placement and later slapping her, or editing her face out of promotional materials after she refused.
Despite these obstacles, she persevered, establishing herself through consistent roles in Yoruba-language films and independent productions. Known for her versatile performances, often portraying strong, relatable characters, Ajibola has also ventured into filmmaking.
She produced her debut movie, Arewa Ejo, followed by titles like Ibawi Ojo Kan, Morondiya, Omo Local, Ajijagbara, Ayaba Osha, Adigunla, Paramole, and Nkan.
She is the producer of the film Activist and runs businesses including Vicky’s Kitchen and Vicad Media Concept.
Additionally, she engages in human rights activism and maintains an active social media presence under handles like @princessomolocal_1 on Instagram and Threads, where she shares updates on her career, travels, and personal reflections.
Ajibola has spoken publicly about personal struggles, including the end of her marriage due to betrayal involving her best friend and husband, which she described as a painful but empowering chapter focused on survival and moving forward.
She remains a respected figure in Yoruba cinema for her resilience, longevity, and contributions to the industry.
List of Notable Movies Featuring Victoria Akanke Ajibola (Omo Local)Her filmography includes both acting and production credits, primarily in Yoruba films: Adele (2021) – Actress; Iman (2016) – Actress (as Native Doctor); Logun Ofe (2017) – Actress (as Ore Olobe); Akanke Alamala (2021) – Lead Actress and Producer (also Akanke Alamala 2); Akanke Amororo (2024) – Producer and Actress; Omo Oba – Actress (alongside Femi Adebayo and Fathia Balogun); Miss PJ – Actress; Arewa Ejo – Producer (debut production); Ibawi Ojo Kan – Producer; Morondiya – Producer; Omo Local – Producer; Ajijagbara – Producer; Ayaba Osha – Producer; Adigunla – Producer; Paramole – Producer; Nkan – Producer
Ajibola continues to appear in Yoruba movies and productions, with her work contributing to the growth of indigenous Nigerian cinema. Her journey reflects dedication amid industry challenges, earning her a dedicated fanbase.
