Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham is once again at the center of a social media storm, this time over a video she shared that features fellow actress Iyabo Ojo and Seyi Tinubu, the son of Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The short clip, which Toyin posted on her Instagram page, has since gone viral, attracting a flurry of mixed reactions from fans and followers. In the video, the trio appeared cordial and cheerful, with Toyin captioning it:
“These two are part of the important people in my life @seyitinubu and @iyaboojofespris.”
This seemingly simple declaration has, however, sparked intense speculation and debate online.
Toyin Abraham has been a consistent and vocal supporter of President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), a stance that has earned her both praise and backlash, particularly during and after the 2023 general elections. Her support for the APC was heavily criticized by fans who felt betrayed by celebrities backing the government in a time of economic hardship.
Iyabo Ojo, on the other hand, had positioned herself as a strong supporter of the opposition Labour Party during the same elections. Her endorsement of Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, gained her admiration from many young Nigerians. She was vocal about her dissatisfaction with the current administration, making her presence in Toyin’s video all the more surprising.
The video has left many fans wondering if there’s a political realignment taking place or if this was simply a personal moment between friends, stripped of political connotations. While some fans praised the bond and maturity displayed by the actresses, others speculated about Iyabo’s recent stance and questioned whether this signaled a softening of her opposition to the Tinubu-led government.
Toyin, who is married to actor Kolawole Ajeyemi, is no stranger to online controversy when it comes to her political views. She previously defended her decision to support Tinubu, stating that it was based on personal conviction and access to the candidate.
With this new video now making the rounds, the spotlight once again returns to the actresses’ political alignments and how much influence personal relationships have over public opinion in the Nigerian entertainment space.
