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
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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
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Think of your disciplinarian granny and you’ll get the gist of Mama G’s side eye. Use this one with caution.
Mercy Johnson
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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
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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
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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
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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.