Ini Edo Responds to Criticism After Attending Birthday Party in Ghana Following Father’s Burial

Nigerian actress Ini Edo has broken her silence on social media after facing backlash for attending a birthday party in Ghana just hours after burying her father. The Nollywood star, known for her acting prowess and social media presence, was one of the guests at the lavish 40th birthday celebration of Ghanaian businessman Richard Nii-Armah Quaye. Videos from the event, where Ini Edo was seen enjoying herself, quickly went viral, sparking a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned her decision to attend the event so soon after her father’s funeral in Akwa Ibom.

Amid the controversy, Ini Edo took to her official Instagram page to address her critics. In her post, she shared more stunning photos from the event and fired back at the online negativity, stating that she would continue to do things on her own terms. The actress expressed gratitude to her supporters and well-wishers, acknowledging their unwavering support during this challenging time.

Edo’s response did not go unnoticed, with many of her followers offering words of encouragement and reminding her to live for herself. Several fans defended her choice to attend the party, asserting that grief and the way individuals process it are personal. Some of her supporters pointed out that no one should dictate how she should mourn or express her emotions.

One fan, Cariscuisine_lagos, commented, “You can’t teach someone how to express their grief, you can’t undermine someone’s pain either, so mind the business that pays you.” Others echoed similar sentiments, reminding critics that grief is a personal journey and should not be judged.

Despite the support, others continued to criticize her decision, claiming it was inappropriate to celebrate just after burying her father. However, Ini Edo stood her ground, with some of her followers applauding her for ignoring the negativity and doing what made her happy.

Edo’s post comes at a time when she is already under public scrutiny, having previously been in the spotlight for her personal and professional decisions. One such instance was her interaction with fellow actor Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD), who appeared to ignore her at a separate event, fueling further speculation about their relationship.

As Ini Edo moves forward, it is clear that she will continue to prioritize her well-being and live life according to her own rules, regardless of online judgment.