- Neo Akpofure clocked 30 on Monday, July 1
- He shared his royalty-themed photos to celebrate his birthday
- Nigerians reacted to the photos as some celebrated with him, while others made fun
Neo Akpofure, a former BB Naija Lockdown housemate, celebrated his 30th birthday on Monday, July 1, with a grand, royalty-themed photoshoot.
He was dressed in an elaborate dress fit for a queen with embellishments all over the dress, a crown, fur and pearl accessories. He looked regal in the photos.
He shared the elegant photos on social media with the caption, “SHIT!! So - Happy - I’m - Thirty,” expressing his excitement about reaching this milestone. The post garnered a lot of attention and well-wishes from fans and fellow celebrities.
Later that day, Neo hosted a lavish birthday party attended by many notable figures, including other former BB Naija housemates like Liquorose, Angel, Soma, Frodd, Adekunle and Sheggz, among others.
Videos of the event were shared on social media and it showcased his close bond with family and colleagues.
In the videos circulating on social media, Neo and his girlfriend, Beauty Tukura, a former BB Naija housemate were seen all loved up at the birthday party.
Nigerians react to Neo’s photoshoot
Nigerians, who were stunned by the celebrant's photoshoot and videos of the event, reacted on social media.
Some made fun of the themed shoot, while others simply celebrated him.
@mind_talkss posted: “Queen Charlotte called…she wants her gown back.”
@VenitaAkpofure posted: “Happy Birthday @NeoAkpofure. May God continue to bless and elevate you Ovie. Happy to have watched you and happier to continue to do so as you continue to flourish! Love you tons Big Sis.”
@dauntless_som posted: “Queen Charlotte of Bridgerton no do reach like this. Hbd Princess Neo.”
@sweet_alexis82 posted: “Happy birthday Neo... why you come wear gown like Princess.”
@claudieseyes posted: “Wrap it up! Time to get married. Happy birthday, bud.”
@biggi66157 posted: “Happy birthday to thou which understands fashion. I will tell u for free dat Neo is dat guy with impeccable sense of dressing.”
@bestiemeeee posted: “The fashion god, the steeze master...happy birthday to one of the most hardworking guys BBN has produced...God bless ur new age.”
@praise_vanessa posted: “With Bridgerton gown? Happy birthday queen Charlotte.”
@UnilagOlodo posted: “Make sure you wrap it up before 40.”
@uchenna03 posted: “This your outfit resemble Eddy muffy father king zafi of zumudi land in coming to America movie.”
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Alumni of the Big Brother Naija show have shown a propensity for exaggerating or lying outright. An instance is a housemate claiming to make $900 million in her sleep.