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  • Why I apologised to Afeez Owo – Wumi Toriola

    Why I apologised to Afeez Owo – Wumi Toriola

    Actress Wumi Toriola has explained her recent apology to her senior colleague Afeez Owo, stating it’s because she’s a true ambassador of culture.

    Wumi had publicly criticised Afeez in September after he described her film roles as similar to her real-life character, saying she tolerates no nonsense and reacts when pushed.

    She called his comments “rubbish” and questioned why issues are taken to podcasts.

    However, the actress recently apologised to Afeez at Odunlade Adekola’s movie premiere, kneeling and saying, “I’m sorry, sir. Please forgive me.”

    In an Instagram post, Wumi stated she chose peace, emphasising that elders should be off-limits even in anger.

    She wrote, “I chose to apologise to our legend because I am a true ambassador of culture, and even in ‘anger’, our elders should be off limits.

    “Also, because our elders deserved calm waters, not raised voices. Once again, to our fans, friends, no more grudges. I have chosen peace.

    “Thank you for your forgiving self @officialafeezowo_fanspage @officialafeezowo.”

  • Wunmi Toriola seeks peace after clash with Afeez Owo

    Wunmi Toriola seeks peace after clash with Afeez Owo

    Actress Wunmi Toriola has taken a conciliatory step following widespread criticism over her recent outburst against actor and producer Afeez Owo, husband of actress Mide Martins.

    The Yoruba movie star admitted she had reflected on her actions and expressed readiness to move forward peacefully.

    Earlier, Wunmi had lashed out at Afeez, describing him as an elderly man who should avoid unnecessary drama. Despite her remarks, she stressed that she still respected him.

    Her comments sparked outrage among fans, who reminded her of the importance of showing respect to senior colleagues in the industry.

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    Responding to the backlash, Wunmi shared a video of herself aboard a plane on Instagram, captioning it: “The face of a repentant child. It is still all love. Thank you all for the backlash. Omo ta ba fe lan bawi.”

    Meanwhile, Afeez Owo, married to Mide Martins since 2003, once clarified that their reported 2016 marital separation was exaggerated by social media after what Mide described as a “minor argument over the well-being of their children.”

  • Afeez Owo accepts Yemi Solade’s apology for on-set slap

    Afeez Owo accepts Yemi Solade’s apology for on-set slap

    Producer and actor Afeez Owo has accepted actor Yemi Solade’s public apology for slapping him on a movie set years ago.

    The incident occurred when Owo, then a production manager, was coordinating logistics for the cast and crew during a location change.

    According to Owo, Solade slapped him due to a misunderstanding about getting food as Owo had asked everyone to share their needs so he could purchase items along the way.

    Solade tendered a public apology during an interview, expressing regret and stating that he had discussed the matter with colleagues.

    Owo accepted the apology during an appearance on the African A-List podcast, referring to Solade as his senior brother.

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    He emphasised that he has let go of the incident, highlighting the importance of maintaining a positive working relationship in the Nollywood industry.

    He said: “After seeing his apology, I let go of the incident. Even if he did not apologize, he is not at fault because it is like when an elder brother beat his younger brother. Even if the older one is at fault, the younger brother will be ask to apologize to the senior.

    “I was the production manager then and he was an actor. As a production manager I am to cater for the actors and crew members well-being. When we were leaving the Ibadan location to another location at a Fulani resettlement area, I informed everybody to tell me their needs so that I can buy them along but it seems Uncle Solade didn’t understand me too well and slapped me when he was hungry”.

  • Yemi Solade apologises to Afeez Owo over slap incident

    Yemi Solade apologises to Afeez Owo over slap incident

    Actor Yemi Solade has apologised to colleague Afeez Owo for a past incident where he slapped him on a movie set over 20 years ago.

    In an interview on ‘Behind the Fame African A-List’, he said the incident occurred during a film shoot in a town on the outskirts of Ibadan, where Afeez was working as the production manager.

    Yemi explained that after finishing filming, the town experienced a blackout and Afeez didn’t take his complaints seriously and that infuriated him, leading to the slap.

    Yemi expressed regret for his actions, acknowledging that he shouldn’t have reacted that way.

    He stated that he has previously discussed the incident with others but felt it was necessary to directly apologise to Afeez.

    Yemi also mentioned that he dislikes insults, which might be his weakness, contributing to his strong reaction.

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    “Let me apologise to Afeez Abiodun. I slapped him once. He was the production manager of a movie, I can’t recall the year, we got to the town outskirts of Ibadan and when we finished filming. 

    “We returned to the town everywhere was blackout and as a production manager he was the one who we’d lay our accusations and frustrations on and it got me infuriated because he wasn’t taking me seriously and that slap came from nowhere in the dark, I didn’t like that. He left the location early in the morning, and we woke up no seeing him, so Afeez, I’m sorry, mabinu simi.

    “It’s been a long time, like 20 years, I’ve complained bitterly to some people before, put let me just stick to Afeez, I don’t like insults, and that could be my weakness,” he said. 

  • JUST IN: Actor Afeez Owo loses father

    JUST IN: Actor Afeez Owo loses father

    Renowned actor, producer, and director Afeez Owo has announced the passing of his father, Moshood Akanji Abiodun.

    The Nollywood star, who is married to actress Mide Martins, broke the news on social media on Friday night, December 27, sharing a heartfelt tribute alongside a photo of his late father.

    He wrote, “Sad… Rest in peace Baba miii. ERIN WO Rest On Moshood Akanji ABIODUN. Eku Baba Afeez Sun Re ooooo.”

    Read Also: Mide Martins celebrates husband Afeez Owo with heartfelt prayers

    Fans and industry colleagues have since flooded his comment section with messages of condolence and support as the family navigates this challenging time.