Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham has declared she will no longer greet her colleague Funke Akindele, following a public snub at a film premiere in Lagos. The incident has sparked discussion within Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood.
The confrontation occurred on Sunday night at the premiere of actress Iyabo Ojo’s new movie. According to multiple reports, Abraham approached Akindele, tapped her hand, and greeted her as “Aunty Funke, good evening ma.” Akindele did not respond, instead looking away and ignoring the greeting entirely. Abraham then left the area.
A video of the exchange circulated widely on social media, drawing significant attention and criticism toward Akindele for what many users described as disrespectful behaviour. In response to the viral clip, Abraham addressed the matter directly on Instagram. Under a related post, she reportedly commented that she had unfollowed Akindele and vowed never to greet her again, using strong language to emphasise her decision. That comment has since been deleted.
Both actresses are long-established and influential figures in Nollywood. Abraham is known for her roles in numerous box-office hits and has received several industry awards. Akindele is also a prominent actress and director, acclaimed for her work on television series and film productions. Their公开 dispute highlights interpersonal tensions that occasionally surface in the close-knit but competitive industry.
The episode underscores how social media amplifies personal conflicts among public figures, transforming private interactions into public narratives. For now, Abraham’s statement signals a definitive and public severing of social rapport with Akindele. Observers note that such rifts between top talents can attract sustained media scrutiny, though neither party has issued further formal statements beyond the social media exchange. The situation remains a topic of discussion among fans and industry insiders.
