Mixed Reactions as Funke Akindele Snubs Toyin Abraham at Movie Premiere

A viral video from the premiere of Iyabo Ojo’s film ‘The Return of Arinzo’ has sparked fresh controversy between Nollywood stars Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham. The footage shows Abraham greeting Akindele at the event, but Akindele appeared to maintain a forward gaze without visibly acknowledging the greeting.

Abraham later expressed displeasure in a now-deleted post, writing: “I have unfollowed her. God forbid a bad thing. If I ever greet her again, that means I’m a bastard!” Both actresses have since unfollowed each other on Instagram, reigniting discussions about their long-standing rivalry.

Key Points:

The incident occurred at the Balmoral Event Centre in Lagos during Iyabo Ojo’s directorial debut premiere.
Abraham approached Akindele, touched her arm, and appeared to greet her for several seconds without response.
Abraham later deleted a post vowing never to greet Akindele again.
Both actresses have unfollowed each other on Instagram.
The rivalry dates back over a decade, with previous reconciliations in 2024 and 2025.

As the video continues to circulate, the public snub has reignited one of Nollywood’s most enduring rivalries, overshadowing the premiere that brought the industry together.

Sources: Social Media.

I respect Funke and look up to her ,but this so rude and wrong ,beef aside ,what happened to being a sister keeper and saving face ?? She could have just said hi , Toyin knew they not cool but if she didn’t greet her too it will be awkward and she greeted her ,only to be… https://t.co/HkCkwiGsAn

— Haven (@havenkitchen) March 29, 2026

I dislike people like Toyin Abraham, they hurt you behind the scene, act good in front of camera and when you react by not pretending and accepting the bullshit anymore, people start seeing you as the problem. Run away from people like this. https://t.co/hzpOUb42yt

— Dunsyn Akinbowale (@dunsyn__) March 29, 2026

This is Absurd from Funke Akindele nd I'm happy people are seeing who Funke Akindele is.. It won't be long before you all know this Babe Funke Akindele..
E go soon Clear Sha https://t.co/44oab8FyYm

— Pastor Keu 🇨🇦 🇨🇦 (@AdeyemiSijuwade) March 29, 2026