In a post shared by @iyaboojofespris on Instagram, the Nollywood veteran has finally addressed the viral “snub” that occurred between industry giants Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham during a recent movie premiere. Ojo clarified that she has personally stepped in to mediate the tension, emphasizing that while creative competition is healthy, the perceived animosity between the two queens of the box office is something she is actively working to resolve.
The drama escalated after fans noticed a lack of interaction between the two stars, leading to social media debates about a “Nollywood Civil War.” Gazette Nigeria reported on the development, quoting Ojo as saying, “I have a long-standing relationship with Funke… we had disagreements in the past, but we resolved them,” signaling her intent to bring that same peace to the current situation.
Further corroborating the story, Pulse Nigeria noted that the public reaction was one of “outrage and disappointment” when Akindele appeared to ignore Abraham at the event. TVC News added context to the rivalry, mentioning that Toyin Abraham’s recent milestone—being labeled the “Oversabi Aunty” by the NFVCB after crossing the 1 billion Naira mark—has only intensified the spotlight on her professional relationship with Akindele.
Echotitbits take: In Nollywood, perception is currency. While some believe this “beef” is a calculated PR move to keep both actresses trending, the involvement of a third party like Iyabo Ojo suggests real friction. Expect a “unity photo” or a joint project announcement soon as damage control to protect their respective brand endorsements.
Source: The Guardian — https://guardian.ng/life/film/iyabo-ojo-breaks-silence-on-funke-toyin-premiere-drama/ March 31, 2026
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