Nigerian media personality, Lolo, has courageously opened up about a deeply traumatic experience in her life, revealing the emotional toll it took on her. In a powerful and emotional moment, Lolo shared details of a harrowing sexual encounter in a recent episode of the Say My Piece podcast, shedding light on an issue that affects many women. She disclosed that she was raped by a colleague, an experience that not only left her traumatized but also intensified the emotional burden due to her daily encounters with the person involved.
In her candid account, Lolo stated, “I was raped by my colleague once in my life and it was by colleague. I saw him everyday and it left me traumatized.” These words struck a deep chord with her listeners, as she bravely opened up about the mental and emotional weight of living with the trauma of such an encounter, especially when seeing the perpetrator regularly in the workplace. Her admission highlighted the complexities of such a situation, where the victim is forced to constantly face the person who caused them harm, exacerbating the impact of the trauma.
Lolo went on to reveal that the incident occurred six years ago, and although time has passed, the lasting impact of that violation still affects her. She stressed the long-term consequences of rape, particularly for women, emphasizing how such experiences can shape one’s emotional and mental well-being for years to come. While Lolo didn’t go into further specifics about the identity of the colleague involved, she did hint that the person holds a significant position in the broadcasting industry, suggesting that their status may have influenced the dynamics of the situation.
Despite the trauma, Lolo's courage in sharing her story has been widely praised, as it not only encourages conversations about sexual violence but also highlights the importance of supporting survivors and recognizing the profound effects of such experiences. The emotional honesty Lolo demonstrated in this podcast episode has sparked a much-needed dialogue about sexual harassment and assault, especially in the workplace and media industry.
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“I was rap3d by our colleague. I see him everyday”
— Broadcaster, Lolo pic.twitter.com/bClXMCevNZ
— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) April 5, 2025
The outpouring of support and encouragement in the comments section has been overwhelming, with many listeners expressing their admiration for Lolo's bravery in addressing such a sensitive and painful topic. Her willingness to speak out about her experience is a powerful reminder of the strength of survivors and the importance of creating safe spaces where they can share their stories without fear of judgment or backlash.