Tension at Iyabo Ojo’s premiere as Funke Akindele snubs Toyin Abraham

A moment of awkwardness unfolded on Sunday at Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo’s movie premiere when acclaimed actress and producer Funke Akindele reportedly ignored her colleague, Toyin Abraham, during a public interaction.

The incident occurred while Funke was seated at a table with Iyabo Ojo and actress Mercy Aigbe. Toyin approached the table to greet the trio, but while Iyabo and Mercy responded warmly, Funke looked away, appearing to deliberately ignore her. The snub left Toyin visibly embarrassed, prompting her to walk away from the table.

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A video of the exchange quickly went viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions among fans and followers. Some viewers defended Funke, citing her prior alignment with veteran filmmaker Kunle Afolayan’s criticism of Toyin, and suggesting that lingering grudges may have influenced her behavior.

Conversely, other fans argued that Funke’s reaction was unprofessional, insisting that public events demand decorum and cordial interactions regardless of personal disagreements.

Industry watchers note that tensions between prominent Nollywood personalities occasionally play out in public settings, reflecting the competitive and highly visible nature of the Nigerian film industry.

While neither Funke Akindele nor Toyin Abraham has publicly commented on the incident, the episode has continued to generate widespread discussion online, highlighting the ongoing interest in celebrity relationships within Nollywood.