Nollywood actor Zack Orji has vehemently denied claims that he stated he is from Gabon, following a podcast video that went viral on Monday.
The video appeared to show the actor revealing that he was born in Gabon, sparking widespread speculation about his nationality.
However, Orji has issued a strong disclaimer, affirming his Nigerian heritage and rejecting the claim that he is from Gabon.
In a statement, Orji clarified that his father’s job required extensive travel, resulting in his birth occurring in Gabon, but emphasized that both his parents are Nigerians and he is proudly Nigerian.
Orji denounced the claim as a “lie from the pit of hell” and expressed gratitude for God’s mercy in dispelling the rumor. He also warned that those responsible for spreading the falsehood will face divine consequences.
The actor’s statement read in part: “I am a full-blooded Nigerian, both my parents are Nigerians.
“I am from Enugu State, the Coal City State. I am proudly Nigerian, and I am equally proud of my Nigerian heritage.”
