Toyin Abraham Responds to Abike Shugaa’s Claims Over N50,000 Payment and Deleted Scenes in ‘Ijakumo’

Actress Toyin Abraham has responded to influencer Abike Shugaa’s claims that she received N50,000 for her appearance in the film ‘Ijakumo,’ but her scenes were later deleted.

In a statement on X, Abraham clarified that Abike received N500,000 for a role in ‘Malaika’ and N50,000 for two scenes in ‘Ijakumo’ that the director removed during editing. Abraham said she supports emerging talents and will not comment further.

Key Points:

Payment disputes in Nollywood continue to spark public controversies.
Abraham insists she is among producers who pay emerging talents fairly.
The director, not Abraham, decided to delete the scenes.
Abike’s claims follow Abraham’s recent fallout with Funke Akindele.
The exchange highlights tensions between established stars and rising acts.

Industry watchers will see whether Abike Shugaa responds or the matter fades.

Sources: X.

Abike Shugaa explained what transpired between her and Toyin Abraham 3 years ago, Toyin Abraham no do well if this is actually what happened, 50,000 naira for a lead role in a movie when Funke Akindele is paying her $600-$800 for movie PR 😔💔 https://t.co/qeYiZ8XfXz pic.twitter.com/Q6cnDy3PG0

— last born (@olasebotifeg) April 17, 2026