Nollywood actress Ini Edo has drawn widespread attention following her visit to the Big Buddha Temple in Thailand, where she offered a prayer for Nigeria.
The actress shared moments from her experience through a series of posts on her official Instagram account.
In the videos and photos, Ini Edo is seen exploring the temple grounds and posing in front of a towering Buddha statue.
She revealed that while at the site, she made a wish for healing and progress in Nigeria.
Explaining the reason behind her visit, the actress expressed her passion for cultural exploration during her travels, stating her fascination with Buddhism.
She described the temple visit as a deeply enriching experience.
She wrote:
“Greetings fam! My favorite thing about travelling is getting to explore diverse cultures, food, religion and ways of life as a Tourism enthusiast. I have always been intrigued by the Buddhism religion so I went on to visit the Big Buddha Temple… I sha made a wish that Nigeria will get the healing we so desperately need 🙏 .. Twas indeed an experience 🙏 and yea, Thai food makes me feel sooo at home 💃🏽 spicy and fresh😜 Love ya❤️”
The post has since sparked mixed reactions online. While many praised her curiosity and openness to new cultures, others criticized her for what they perceived as religious insensitivity, questioning her visit to a non-Christian place of worship.
Despite the backlash, Ini Edo’s fans also commended her for her prayerful intentions toward Nigeria, noting the significance of promoting unity and understanding across different cultural and religious experiences.
Here are some netizens reactions:
Realwinnerbeautyempire said: “Go and read your Bible, exodus 20.1 to 5 to 10,,, this is where you will find the 10 commandments of God.”
Ms.denora said: “Elegance in every slide 😍.” Kadi_zean said: “🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 oooouuu!!!
I love eet.” _pureflower wrote: “Statues either have either good spirit or bad one attached, keep your spiritual life pure.”
Realwinnerbeautyempire said: “Exodus 20. 1. 5. 10.. the words of God says that it’s either you are with God or against God… Read your Bible the words of God and stop provoking God.”
Zpeartie said: “Everyone has a right to their belief and religion. So long as love is your ultimate religion. Love that makes you run from evil. Love should be the ultimate religion.”
Glorysunday51 wrote: “Na juju all of una day go nae make una day share update make person no 😂😂.”
Thrift_limitless said: “May the light of the glorious gospel shine in your hearts as await the Rapture of the church.”
U.patience said: “Wetin she go find there?” Barongmj said: “It’s okay to visit this shrine but draw the line at amadioha or sango abi?”
L.e.g.a.e.c.y said: “Thou shall not worship any other god beside me; our God is a jealous God. Y’all be careful who/what you follow out there.”
