Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has commented on the recent disagreement between Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham, explaining past misunderstandings and asking for respect from fans. She said she will no longer get involved in their issues.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Iyabo wrote, “For those of you maligning my character, insulting me, and calling me unprintable names, this is for you!! Now, I need to set the record straight. This is the first and last time I will be talking about anything like this.”
She explained her efforts to help both actresses reconcile, saying, “Funke and I have been friends for the longest, but there were times we fell out, fault on both sides. I once came online to drag Funke because of Toyin’s movie. That was a wrong move on my part, I should have handled it better. Funke and I later made up, and we addressed all our issues and put them behind us. I tried my very best to settle both of them, cried, knelt down, begged both parties to embrace peace which they both later did.”
Iyabo added that a recent misunderstanding reignited tensions but stressed that she will no longer intervene. “Honestly, all this saddened me because the sky is big enough for all. I have tried my best, but at this point, I can’t beg anyone anymore. I honestly don’t want to get involved anymore. Please, you all should respect that… when both parties are ready, they will make peace. I love them both regardless.”
The post follows a viral video from a recent premiere where Funke Akindele appeared not to respond to Toyin Abraham’s greeting, which led to online speculation. Iyabo’s statement clarifies her role and asks fans to respect both actresses’ privacy until they resolve any issues themselves.
Ademide Adebayo
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