Renowned Nollywood actor and filmmaker Ayodeji Richard Makun, widely recognized by his stage name AY Comedian or simply Ayo Makun, has addressed the controversy surrounding AI images and video of him kissing May Edochie, the estranged wife of actor Yul Edochie.
The images, which surfaced online, were created using advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and falsely depicted the two in an intimate moment during a flight to the United Kingdom. The trip was for the premiere of AY’s latest film, The Waiter.
Both AY and May had previously shared genuine photos of their journey to the UK, dressed in promotional attire for the movie premiere. However, the AI-generated video sparked widespread speculation and misinformation. In response, Ayo Makun condemned the creators of the fake content, urging them to use their skills for positive purposes that uplift the nation rather than spread falsehoods.
He also appealed for empathy and support during these challenging times, referencing the recent online harassment faced by reality TV star Alex Unusual, who was subjected to cyberbullying over unfounded rumors of a romantic involvement with him. AY emphasized the need for kindness and constructive use of social media, rather than perpetuating negativity and baseless accusations.
He wrote in an extensive post, “Dear Online Innovators,
As Nigeria’s future leaders and change-makers, I urge you to channel your immense creative talents toward building a better nation rather than tearing each other down.
Nigeria is rich with potential, and your unique skills-be it in art, music, technology, or entrepreneurship-can be pivotal in driving positive change. Instead of using your creativity to undermine those who are working hard to improve their lives and contribute to society, let’s focus on uplifting one another.
It’s essential to recognize that every action has consequences. When we choose to sabotage others, we only perpetuate a cycle of negativity and destruction. At what point will we realize that unity and collaboration will yield far greater results than division? The other time, it was the poor @alex_unusual who is yet to come out of all the lies and narratives meted out on her person for choosing to always be a support a family who were a major part of her brand growth. Must you all chase away everyone working with me or trying to earn an honest living through me?
Let’s come together to support one another’s hustles, celebrate our achievements, and inspire a culture of innovation and respect. The future of Nigeria depends on our collective efforts to foster an environment where everyone can thrive.
Remember, your talents can be a force for good. Let’s use them to build bridges just like @flyairpeace did by supporting #TheWaiterMovie , not walls.
Uncle AI turned Ay, together, we can create a brighter future for our beloved country. HELP USE THIS TALENT TO PROMOTE”
