Nigeria is frustrating so it’s understandable that people are choosing to let their eyes do the talking. But if you want to up your bombastic side-eye game and make people shiver with that cold stare, you might want to learn from these Nollywood queens.
Sola Sobowale
Her bombastic side eye is the blueprint for African mothers. It works perfectly when you need to give a scolding in public without speaking.
Patience Ozokwor
Think of your disciplinarian granny and you’ll get the gist of Mama G’s side eye. Use this one with caution.
Mercy Johnson
You need this one in your bombastic side eye kit as a woman. It’s the one you give your man when he’s exhibiting annoying behaviors.
Funke Akindele
This is the African aunty bombastic side eye. A must-have if you have nephews and cousins that have to be kept in line without raising a finger.
Mide Martins
Giving strong “try me” energy, this is the side eye you need for street credibility. Use it when you find yourself in street brawls.
Lola Idije
A brother or sister is capping effortlessly and you’re bearing witness to it all? This is the side eye that puts them in their place.
