Veteran Nollywood actress Stella Damasus has addressed the intense online backlash surrounding her character, Nosa, in the trending Netflix crime thriller series, To Kill a Monkey.
Following the show’s release on July 18, fans have taken to social media platforms to criticize Nosa’s role in her husband Efemini’s tragic downfall.
Many viewers branded the character as sanctimonious, accusing her of betraying Efe emotionally despite reaping the benefits of his criminal empire.
“Nosa acted all high and mighty, but she was there enjoying the luxury Efe’s crimes paid for,” one viewer posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Others blamed her lack of emotional support as the tipping point that led Efe down his dark path, only for her to abandon him at his lowest.
Stella Damasus Breaks Silence
In response, Damasus posted a cheeky Instagram video on Thursday, showing herself in a closet filled with clothes while wearing a red nightwear robe. She captioned it:
“Since y’all have decided that NOSA is the villain …. Oh well 🤷🏽♀️😋😌.”
The subtle but pointed response has sparked renewed debate about character complexity, with fans now divided over whether Nosa is truly a villain—or simply a woman pushed to the edge.
Inside the Plot of To Kill a Monkey
Created by Kemi Adetiba, To Kill a Monkey chronicles the fall of Efemini (Efe)—played by William Benson—a man who joins a criminal cartel led by the notorious Oboz, in a desperate bid to escape poverty and provide for his family.
As Efe rises within the criminal underworld, he spirals into infidelity, betrayal, and violence, including a romance with Amanda, while drifting further from his wife, Nosa.
The turning point comes when Efe betrays Oboz, triggering a deadly sequence of events. In a shocking twist, Efe’s escape plan unravels when he discovers Nosa is also having an affair, and Amanda learns he never intended to flee the country with her.
Feeling used and heartbroken, Amanda leaks evidence tying Efe to Oboz’s murder, leading to his dramatic arrest.
The courtroom scenes are packed with betrayal:
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Amanda accuses Efe of molestation and torture
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Efe’s daughter, Ivie, pregnant with Oboz’s child, curses him publicly
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Oboz’s widow, Idia, seeks revenge
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And Nosa demands a divorce, but walks away with access to Efe’s offshore accounts
The season ends with a jaw-dropping finale, as Efe is shot in court. The screen cuts to black, leaving fans in suspense over his fate.
Star-Studded Cast
To Kill a Monkey features a stellar ensemble, including:
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William Benson as Efemini
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Stella Damasus as Nosa
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Bucci Franklin, Timini Egbuson, Sunshine Rosman, Bimbo Akintola, Shaffy Bello, and Chidi Mokeme
The show is currently streaming on Netflix and trending among Nigerian and international audiences alike.
