Comedian and actor AY Makun has expressed outrage over a doctored video circulating online which falsely depicts him kissing actress May Edochie.
The manipulated clip, created using Artificial Intelligence (AI), emerged after AY shared footage of himself and May travelling to the UK to promote his latest film, The Waiter.
Reacting to the controversy on Instagram, the award-winning filmmaker strongly criticised the misuse of AI to spread misinformation and harm others. He questioned why young, talented Nigerians are employing their skills for destructive purposes rather than positive innovation.
AY also referenced a similar case involving reality star Alex Asogwa who faced online misinformation. He urged youths to channel their AI expertise into uplifting and uniting the country instead of fueling negativity.
“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,” he wrote.
“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?”
He further emphasised the need for unity and collaboration, encouraging people to support each other’s hustles and celebrate achievements.
Makun and May Edochie are both facing challenges in their personal lives, with reports of turmoil in AY’s 20-year marriage to Mabel and May’s ongoing marital issues with actor Yul Edochie.
