Actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Reveals Her Children Received Death Threats During EndSARS Protests

Veteran Nollywood actress and social activist Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has opened up on the frightening experiences her family endured during the EndSARS protests, revealing that her children were targeted with death threats.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Rubbin’ Minds on Sunday, the 48-year-old actress said the threats marked a major turning point in her years-long advocacy, forcing her to reassess how she engages in activism.

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde disclosed that while she had grown accustomed to receiving threats due to her outspoken nature, the EndSARS period was different and far more intense.

“I am used to death threats; I have received them many times. But I have never seen anything like what happened during EndSARS,” she said.

According to her, the situation escalated when her children also began receiving threats, making the danger deeply personal.

“That was when it became real, and when I realised this was no longer just about me,” she explained.

The actress further revealed that unknown individuals began visiting her home and workplace in search of her, prompting her to prioritize the safety of her family.

“When people started coming to my home and workplace looking for me, I knew it was time to think beyond myself. I had to protect others, especially my children,” she added.

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde said the experience ultimately led her to move away from street protests in favour of more strategic and focused advocacy, noting that protecting her children has become increasingly challenging as they grow older.

“I can’t control where they go. I can’t protect them as much. I don’t care for my life, but I do care for them,” she said.