A wave of controversy has hit Nollywood as actress Toyin Abraham unfollowed her colleague Funke Akindele on Instagram following a viral video that captured an apparent snub between the two stars.
The incident occurred at the premiere of “The Return of Arinzo,” a film by Iyabo Ojo, held on March 29, 2026, at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel.
In the now widely circulated clip, Abraham was seen attempting to greet Akindele, who appeared to ignore her and turned away, sparking immediate reactions online.
The situation escalated shortly after, as fans noticed that both actresses had unfollowed each other on Instagram, fueling speculation of a deepening rift between the two Nollywood heavyweights.
The development has since ignited conversations across social media platforms, with fans and industry watchers expressing mixed reactions—ranging from disappointment to outright support for either side.
While neither actress has publicly addressed the incident, the drama has once again drawn attention to the dynamics of relationships within Nollywood.
Meanwhile, Abraham continues to celebrate a significant career milestone, as her recent film “Oversabi Aunty” surpassed the one billion naira mark at the Nigerian box office, cementing her status as one of the industry’s top-earning filmmakers.