Tension Rumours Deepen as Awkward Moments Surface at Iyabo Ojo’s Movie Premiere

Fresh conversations around possible rifts in Nollywood have emerged after multiple clips from Iyabo Ojo’s The Return of Arinzo premiere, held on March 29, 2026, surfaced online.

One of the videos shows actor Femi Adebayo moving around to greet guests at a table but seemingly overlooking Mercy Aigbe, who was seated among other colleagues. In the clip, Mercy is seen briefly turning to her phone after the moment, while Funke Akindele, also at the table, appears distracted.

The incident comes shortly after another viral moment from the same event, where Funke Akindele was alleged to have ignored Toyin Abraham’s greeting. While others at the table acknowledged Toyin, Funke appeared to look away, a move that reportedly left the actress embarrassed.

The situation has since escalated beyond the event, with reports suggesting that Toyin Abraham has unfollowed Funke Akindele on social media and vowed not to greet her again publicly.

Online reactions have been divided. Some believe the moments reflect real underlying tensions within the industry, possibly linked to competition, past collaborations, and recent box office successes. Others, however, have questioned the authenticity of the incidents, suggesting they could be part of a coordinated effort to generate buzz for the film.

As discussions continue across social media, the clips have once again drawn attention to the complex relationships and unspoken rivalries that often shape Nollywood’s public image.