In a powerful and revealing account, renowned Nollywood actor Kanayo O Kanayo has shared his chilling experience of being approached by a secret society in Benin, stemming from his roles portraying occultic characters.
Known for his performances in films like Billionaires Club, Nothing for Nothing, Ritualist, and Blood Money, Kanayo explained how his career inadvertently led him to a life-altering crossroads.
Speaking candidly, Kanayo recounted how, in 2005, he came home to find an unusual envelope sealed with red linen in his briefcase.
Curious about how the envelope had arrived, he opened it to find a brief but unsettling message: "YOU KNOW TOO MUCH, JOIN US." The note also included an address directing him to a roundabout in Benin.
The actor, initially overwhelmed with panic, struggled to make sense of how he had found himself in such a situation.
Despite the fear, he hesitated to tell his wife, unsure of how she would react to the shocking discovery.
Unable to sleep, Kanayo turned to his pastor, calling him at an odd hour.
His pastor, who answered with concern, listened as Kanayo shared the details of the note and the invitation.
The pastor, after hearing the story, reminded Kanayo that his portrayal of dark and occultic characters in films had placed him at a critical juncture, urging him to decide where his true allegiance lay.
Reassuring his pastor, Kanayo responded, "Daddy, I belong to Jesus. I am just an entertainer trying to put food on the table." His pastor, with a gentle laugh, reassured him, "It is well with your soul, go to sleep."
Kanayo's candid revelation highlights the pressures and challenges of navigating fame while staying grounded in one's faith.
His decision to resist the temptation and reaffirm his commitment to Jesus serves as an inspiration to his fans and fellow entertainers alike.