The adored Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko was undeniably the centre of attention at the 2023 Calabar Carnival. Her captivating presence livened up the atmosphere, with attendees and fans left utterly spellbound. Held at the Millennium Park and its surroundings, the carnival saw a host of merrymakers from Nigeria and across the globe.
Destiny Etiko, who had recently visited Ita Giwa, attended the carnival in a mesmerising outfit that beautifully echoed the carnival’s renowned vibrant artistry. The actress shared a video of her entrance on her Instagram page, resulting in excited shrieks from the crowd and further demonstrating her undeniable star appeal.
However, the atmosphere took a dramatic twist post-carnival with the surfacing of a viral video featuring the actress. The video sparked a flurry of online discussions, catapulting Destiny Etiko to the top of the trending list.
Specifically, TikTok turned into a hotbed for conversations around the actress’s leaked video. The video garnered widespread attention from internet users, igniting debates and reactions across multiple online forums.
However, the attention was not entirely positive. Some online users criticised Destiny Etiko, citing a supposed wardrobe malfunction during a live session. The actress was subject to negative comments such as “close your legs properly”, resulting in a blend of admiration and criticism.
Despite the critical comments, Destiny Etiko’s staunch followers and colleagues stood by her. Messages praising the actress’s beauty and resilience against criticism filled social media platforms, predominantly from her dedicated fan base.
During an exclusive conversation with Legit.ng, Emmanuel Nkanu, a Calabar local, shared his thoughts on Destiny Etiko’s participation in the 2023 Carnival Calabar. According to Nkanu, the carnival brought a fresh sense of optimism to attendees, and Destiny Etiko’s involvement added a touch of glamour to the occasion.
Apart from the carnival celebrations, Destiny Etiko dropped hints about considering a move overseas, revealing her longing for a change of scenery. This revelation, which was made during an interview with Ghanaweb, sparked further online discussions about the actress’s ambitions and potential global endeavours.
