- A twitter influencer , well known as Adetutu Balogun makes fun of Toyin and Mercy Aigbe ‘s box office victory
- Adetutu tweeted in Yoruba saying that Funke Akindele will always be their boss
- Toyin Abraham in reaction, blocked the influencer
Drama erupts on social media as popular Nollywood producer Toyin Abraham blocks a well-known social media influencer for making an inappropriate comparison between her and Funke Akindele.
Adetutu Balogun, an X influencer, had irritated the actress when she made fun of Toyin Abraham and Mercy Aigbe, comparing them to Funke Akindele’s box office triumph.
In a tweet made in Yoruba, Adetutu stated that Funke Akindele will continue to be bigger than them, because they do not operate on the same level.
This tweet however prompted the actress to blocked her.
See tweet below:
Recall that Funke Akindele breaked Nollywood records as her lastest movie crosses N1 billion mark at the box office.
The news has sparked a wave of congratulations for the multi-talented artist, who has solidified her position as a trailblazer in the Nigerian film Industry.
Funke Akindele, widely known for her iconic role as ‘Jenifa’ in the 2008 comedy-drama, has since transitioned into producing and has been a driving force behind the success of her own productions, notably the acclaimed ‘Jenifa’s Diary’ series.
The actress also briefly delved into politics, running as the Deputy Governor candidate under the PDP during the 2023 Lagos Gubernatorial elections.
Her latest achievement has earned her widespread accolades and recognition, with industry insiders and fans commending her for the remarkable feat.
Funke Akindele is now the first Nigerian to break the record for the highest-grossing Nollywood movie.
The top three spots on the list of highest-grossing Nollywood movies are all credited to Funke Akindele as both the producer and key cast member.
‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ ‘Battle on Buka Street,’ and ‘Omo Ghetto: The Saga’ collectively dominate the box office.