Popular Nollywood actress and producer Kemisola Apesin, widely known as Kemity, has hit back at critics following allegations that she traded sexual favors for movie roles. In a forceful statement released on February 13, 2026, the actress dismissed the rumors as baseless, insisting that her rise in the industry was purely the result of “hard work, consistency, and talent.” The controversy erupted after a social media user dragged Kemity into an online feud between actors Austine Emmanuel and Ibrahim “Itele” Yekini, alleging that Kemity was romantically involved with Itele, her mentor, to secure her spot in Nollywood.
In a spirited defense of her career, Kemity revealed that before she even achieved fame, she was already a self-made business owner. She noted that she owned two wine shops and worked as a hotel receptionist in Ayobo to fund her dreams, proving her financial independence long before her breakthrough. She detailed her step-by-step growth from a makeup artist to a producer, explaining that she often took behind-the-scenes roles to master the craft. As a mother of two daughters, she emphasized her protective nature over her legacy, boldly challenging anyone to come forward with proof of “bedroom deals.” Invoking her heritage as the “child of a churchwoman,” she maintained that her upbringing and values would never allow for such compromises. This “Throwback Thursday” post has since garnered significant support from fans and colleagues who praised her transparency in the face of vicious online trolls.
