“I Don’t Have the Capacity”: Popular Nollywood Actor Timini Egbuson Denies Womanising, Cites Workload and Personal Growth

 

Popular Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has addressed public assumptions surrounding his romantic life, refuting long-standing rumors that paint him as a womaniser. During a candid appearance on The Culture League podcast, the actor clarified that his current lifestyle does not allow for the kind of behavior he is often accused of.

The 38-year-old actor, known for his roles in numerous blockbuster Nollywood films, stated that his dedication to his craft has taken full control of his time and energy. According to him, there simply isn't any space left for juggling multiple relationships, even if he wanted to.

While chatting with fellow podcast guests, Super Eagles footballer Victor Boniface and comedian Bovi, Egbuson opened up about the personal changes he has undergone in recent years. He revealed that he has been single for the last two to three years, and during that period, he has been fully immersed in his work.

"A lot of people assume that I’m a womaniser. But I’m not," Egbuson said. "In the past two, three years, Nollywood has taken over my life in a way that there’s no room, except you will be the most unserious [to womanise]."

The actor highlighted the intensity of his daily routine, explaining how most of his time is spent on film sets. From morning call times to wrapping up late at night, his schedule leaves little to no time for entertaining multiple relationships.

He questioned how some people manage to maintain a womanising lifestyle despite similar time constraints. "I even wonder how some of my friends who womanise, date four or five girls simultaneously, have time to attend to all of them," he said. "Because from being on set all day to getting back tired at 11 pm, I will now start chatting a lady? I don’t have the capacity for that."

Egbuson’s remarks come at a time when public figures are increasingly confronting the narratives that often follow them around. In his case, the label of “womaniser” appears to be based more on assumption than fact. He clarified that though he is aware of the stereotype attached to his public image, he has made peace with it and no longer feels the need to constantly correct the misconception.

Far from appearing bitter about the accusations, Egbuson showed a sense of humor and detachment regarding the label. "I’m not in the street as people may think I am," he said, adding that he actually finds a bit of amusement in the “bad boy” image he is often associated with.

That said, the actor acknowledged that stereotypes can be powerful, especially when someone’s personal life is under frequent public scrutiny. Still, he emphasized that personal growth, maturity, and professional obligations have reshaped the way he now views relationships and social life.

His fans and followers, who have watched him transition from younger, more carefree roles into more serious and demanding performances, may not be entirely surprised by his statements. Timini’s evolution as an actor mirrors a broader transformation happening in his personal life.

The actor’s comments serve as a window into the often unseen challenges of being a public figure. It sheds light on how fame can create misleading narratives that are difficult to shake off, especially when the individual is not actively trying to prove anything to anyone.

Despite public perception, Egbuson made it clear that his primary focus at this stage of life is on building his career and maintaining his professional momentum. While romance may come into the picture later, he expressed no urgency to dispel every rumor that floats around him.

Listeners of The Culture League podcast got a glimpse of a more grounded Timini—one who is intentional about how he spends his time and energy. And if anything, his openness may inspire others in the entertainment industry to set the record straight about who they really are beyond the headlines.

For now, Timini Egbuson remains committed to his craft, leaving little room for distractions, and even less for the streets he says he has long left behind.