Ini Edo Appeals Against Withdrawal of ‘A Very Dirty Christmas,’ Insists Film Respects Christianity

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Ini Edo has pleaded with regulators and the public not to withdraw her film A Very Dirty Christmas from cinemas. In an emotional Instagram video, she clarified that the controversy is only about the title, not the content, and emphasized that the film does not ridicule Christianity. Edo expressed willingness to change the title if necessary, apologized to anyone offended, and highlighted the financial and distribution implications of pulling the movie. The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has requested the title be modified in response to concerns from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).

Ini Edo: IK Ogbonna Slams CAN Over “A Very Dirty Christmas” Movie Controversy

Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has spoken out in support of Ini Edo amid the ongoing controversy with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over her festive movie, A Very Dirty Christmas. Expressing disappointment, IK questioned CAN’s silence during months of promotion and only raising objections after the film was released and performing well. Ini Edo, who broke down in tears during a live session, apologised to Christians and explained that the movie title was never meant to offend, stressing that it received all necessary approvals from the National Film and Video Censors Board. The dispute has continued to spark debates online about art, faith, fairness, and censorship.

Ini Edo Breaks Down In Tears As CAN Moves To Pull Down Her Christmas Movie “A Very Dirty Christmas”, Actress Begs For Time To Change Title

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Ini Edo has emotionally reacted to the backlash trailing the title of her Christmas movie, A Very Dirty Christmas, after the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) described it as offensive to the Christian faith. During a live Instagram session on December 20, 2025, the actress broke down in tears as she appealed to CAN and Christian leaders not to take down the movie, insisting she never intended to dishonour God or Christianity. Ini Edo explained that she would have changed the title earlier if she had known it would generate such controversy and revealed she is already working on modifying it. She urged critics to watch the movie first, promising to withdraw it entirely if it was found to disrespect Christian values. The controversy has continued to spark heated reactions online, with many Nigerians debating CAN’s priorities, while the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has reportedly directed the actress to adjust the movie’s title.

Ini Edo’s Movie Controversy Deepens as FG Steps In After CAN Condemns ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’ Title

Nigeria’s film regulators have stepped into the controversy surrounding Nollywood star Ini Edo’s new movie, A Very Dirty Christmas, following public outrage and condemnation from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) confirmed it approved the film after standard review procedures but acknowledged that public interpretation of the title sparked religious concerns. As discussions with the film’s producers continue, Ini Edo has defended the movie as a metaphorical work meant to provoke reflection, while authorities stress the need for religious sensitivity and peaceful coexistence.

CAN Condemns Ini Edo’s Film A Very Dirty Christmas As Offensive To Christian Faith, Demands Regulatory Review By Film Censors

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has criticised the Nollywood film A Very Dirty Christmas, produced by actress Ini Edo, describing its title as offensive and disrespectful to Christianity. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said associating Christmas with the word “dirty” trivialises the sacred celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth. The association has called on the National Film and Video Censors Board and Nollywood industry bodies to review the film’s approval, urging filmmakers to exercise creative freedom with religious sensitivity in Nigeria’s plural society.

Jim Iyke, has sparked discussions about beauty in the Nigerian film industry.
He recently participated in a playful segment with Pulse Ghana, where he had to choose between two actresses.
The segment focused on his opinion regarding the most beautiful actress in Nollywood.

Veteran Nollywood star Jim Iyke has stirred conversations after revealing who he considers the most beautiful actress in the Nigerian movie industry.


In a recent chat with Pulse Ghana, the actor was engaged in a playful segment where he had to choose the prettier actress between two options presented to him.

Although he initially tried to avoid making a choice, Jim Iyke eventually joined the fun. When asked to choose between Genevieve Nnaji and Rita Dominic, he went with Rita. He maintained the same decision when Rita was paired with Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde.

Rita Dominic also edged out Ini Edo in another round. However, when it came down to Rita and Dakore Egbuson-Akande, Jim Iyke changed his preference, ultimately selecting Dakore as his top pick.