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The Digest:

Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has broken his silence on rumours linking him romantically to actress and reality star Bambam, clarifying that their relationship was strictly professional. Speaking with BBC Igbo, Arukwe revealed that the movie they featured in was the first time he ever met Bambam. "Before I touched her, I asked her if there was any way I could touch her that her husband wouldn't like or that might cause problems at home," he said, explaining he requested out of respect for her marriage. After the film's release, online speculations claimed the two were dating and had slept together, allegations Arukwe insists are completely false. He stressed that their connection was limited to their on-screen roles and expressed concern over how the rumours have generated conversations, particularly because Bambam is married.

Key Points:
  • Arukwe says the movie role was the first time he met Bambam.
  • Asked her beforehand if any touch would cause problems at home.
  • Online rumours falsely claim they dated and slept together.
  • Insists relationship was strictly professional, limited to film.
  • Addresses speculation amid ongoing Bambam-Teddy A marriage rumours.

Uzor Arukwe sets the record straight: every touch was cleared with respect, every scene was professional, but the internet still wrote its own script.

Sources: BBC Igbo Interview