Content Creator, Unofficial_Olas Apologises to Actress Dayo Amusa Over Misleading HIV Comment

Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa has received an unreserved apology from content creator, Olaoluwa Solomon, widely known as unofficial_olas, after a video he circulated online created the wrong impression that the respected actress was HIV positive.

The video, which drew wide criticism from fans and industry stakeholders, was described by Olaoluwa as “a grave error in judgment” which he now regrets deeply.

He said the clip was never intended to malign the actress but admitted that it left damaging impressions.

“I want to state clearly that Dayo Amusa is not HIV positive. Any impression created in that regard by my video was wrong, misleading, and deeply regrettable,” Olaoluwa said. “I sincerely apologise to her, her family, her fans, and the entire Nollywood community for the embarrassment and hurt my actions may have caused.”

According to him, the video has since been taken down, and he has begun reaching out through every available channel to correct the false narrative.

“I take full responsibility for my mistake and I am committed to ensuring that this negative impression is corrected. I will use my platforms and every available medium to promote the positive image of Dayo Amusa, and of other celebrities who continue to make Nigeria proud with their talents and contributions,” he added.

Olaoluwa disclosed that he has personally reached out to several respected Nollywood personalities to help appeal to Amusa on his behalf.

“I have made efforts reach out to top Nollywood figures, people she respects, to plead with her to forgive me. This incident has taught me a bitter lesson about the power of words and the responsibility we carry when we put content into the public space. I am genuinely sorry and I beg Dayo Amusa to allow this matter to die naturally,” Solomon said.

He further pledged to turn the unfortunate episode into an opportunity to support positive storytelling around Nigerian entertainers.

“In the coming weeks, I will dedicate my platforms to highlighting the good works of Dayo Amusa and other Nollywood stars. They deserve to be celebrated, not scandalised. This is the least I can do to make amends and restore the confidence that has been shaken by my misstep,” Solomon concluded.

Stakeholders within Nollywood have welcomed his apology but urged creators to be more responsible and sensitive when producing or sharing content about public figures.