[3] During an interview with Tribune on various facets of her career, she recalled that acting was her "first love", but didn't have a breakthrough in it hence her decision to improve by attaining new skills abroad.
[7] Speaking to Guardian on the origin of her love stories, Stephen stated "I draw inspiration from my experiences, my pains, my joys, sad moments in my life and in the lives of people around me".
[2] For her directorial role in Tiwa's Baggage, she was nominated for best director at 2018 City People Movie Awards.
[9] In an interview with Nigerian Tribune, Stephen recalled that being nominated for AMVCA has been her most accomplished moment, and provided her with the confidence to continue film-making.
She describes Emem Isong and Mary Njoku as individuals within the film sector that inspires her.