In a recent candid interview session, two powerhouse figures in Nollywood, Iyabo Ojo and Bimbo Akintola, sat down to talk about life, mentorship, and career growth.
The conversation took an unexpected but intriguing turn when Iyabo Ojo recounted one of the very first moments she shared with veteran actress Bimbo Akintola during her early days in the film industry.
According to Iyabo Ojo, when she sought guidance from Bimbo Akintola—who she looked up to and respected greatly—she was met with an unusual but deeply personal question: “Are you a virgin?”
This surprising inquiry left an impression on Iyabo Ojo, who saw it not as judgmental but as a reflection of the deep and unconventional ways mentorship can unfold in Nollywood.
The exchange between these two actresses provides a rare glimpse into the dynamics of Nollywood’s mentorship culture.
It highlights how veteran actors often play a deeper, sometimes unexpected, role in shaping the paths of those coming behind them. The courage to ask bold questions—and the willingness to receive them—can foster trust and growth in ways that go beyond conventional training.
See video below:
One of the first questions Bimbo inquired of me when I asked for mentorship was if I were still a virgin. – Iyabo Ojo
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.#PulseFunFacts pic.twitter.com/0fwvk2KM9q— Pulse Nigeria (@PulseNigeria247) April 21, 2025
