Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has moved swiftly to shut down a viral narrative accusing her of disrespecting Fuji legend Alabi Pasuma.
The “snub” claims gained momentum over the weekend after an edited video from actress Faithia Williams’ star-studded birthday celebration began circulating on X (formerly Twitter). The clip appeared to show Akindele walking past a seated Pasuma while greeting others, leading to a wave of online criticism.
The Official Debunk
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, Akindele took to her official X handle to directly address the “misleading and evil” narrative:
- The Clarification: She insisted that the short clip was a gross misrepresentation of the event. “Snub? Hell no. Stop the negativity pls. I saw him, greeted him, danced with him,” she wrote.
- The Relationship: She emphasized her deep respect for the musician, referring to him as her “egbon” (senior/elder brother).
- The Plea: The actress urged social media users to stop manipulating videos to fuel controversy, stating, “Pls you all should stop this evil.”
The “Full Story” Emerges
Following her statement, longer and unedited versions of the footage surfaced online, vindicating the actress:
- The Interaction: The extended video shows Akindele arriving at the table, warmly exchanging pleasantries with Pasuma, and sharing a brief dance moment before moving on to greet the host, Faithia Williams.
- The Manipulation: Fans and industry observers have noted that the initial viral clip was selectively edited to make it appear as though the interaction never happened, highlighting a growing trend of “social media traps” targeting celebrities.
Context: A String of “Snub” Rumors
The speed at which the Pasuma story went viral was likely fueled by another recent controversy involving Akindele. Just weeks ago, a video from the premiere of “The Return of Arinzo” sparked a similar debate, with claims that she had snubbed fellow actress Toyin Abraham—an incident that also divided fans and prompted Abraham to publicly address the tension.
