“Stella is an OG, she’s been doing her thing since the 90s. But for some reason, she often gets overlooked in conversations about the best,” the post noted.
LAGOS, Nigeria. – Over the holiday break, fans have been busy catching up on Nollywood hits, and one BTV Reporting post on Facebook has stirred quite the conversation about who really rules Nollywood’s screen.
The post, shared over the weekend, praised Stella Damasus for her powerful performance in the 2025 crime thriller series To Kill a Monkey. According to the post, Stella’s acting “raw delivery” and ability to make every emotion believable firmly place her at the top of the list of Nigerian actresses.
“Stella is an OG; she’s been doing her thing since the ’90s. But for some reason, she often gets overlooked in conversations about the best,” the post noted.
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INI EDO RITA DOMINIC
Following Stella is Rita Dominic, hailed for her consistent performances and star power, with Ini Edo taking the third spot. The post highlights Ini’s impressive screen presence and meteoric rise to A-list status, particularly praising her breakthrough in World Apart.
OGE OKOYE
Oge Okoye was ranked fourth, with the post lamenting that she remains “massively underrated” and could use platforms like Netflix to remind fans of her talent.
GENEVIEVE NNAJI
Interestingly, Genevieve Nnaji and Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde came in fifth and sixth, respectively. While both are undeniably talented, the post argued that they may be slightly overrated compared to their peers.
OMOTOLA JALADE-EKEINDE
The Facebook discussion, which quickly gained traction, sparked debates among fans, with many agreeing that Stella Damasus’s versatility and line delivery are unmatched in Nollywood. Some also chimed in, saying it’s time for the industry to give underrated stars like Oge Okoye more global visibility.
Whether you agree with the ranking or not, one thing is clear: Nollywood’s leading ladies continue to inspire, entertain, and ignite conversation, and fans are not shy about sharing their opinions.
source: BTV Reporting on Facebook
