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  • Funke Akindele Reacts to Viral Clip Claiming She Snubbed Pasuma at Event

    Popular Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has reacted to a trending video online claiming she snubbed Fuji musician Pasuma at a public event.

    The clip, shared on X by user @UOladiti, alleged that the actress ignored a greeting from the music star, sparking widespread reactions on social media.

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    Akindele Clears the Air

    Responding via her X page, Funke Akindele dismissed the allegation, insisting the claim was false and misleading.

    “Snub? Hell no. Stop the negativity pls. I saw him, greeted him, danced with him. Pasuma is my Egbon. Pls you all should stop this evil,” she wrote.

    She added that she holds Pasuma in high regard and would never ignore him in public.

    Details of the Encounter

    The actress explained that she met Pasuma at Fathia Williams’ 55th birthday celebration, where they exchanged greetings and even danced together.

    She further supported her clarification with a video clip showing a warm interaction between both entertainers.

    Online Debate Continues

    The original post gained traction amid comparisons to a previous viral moment involving alleged tension between Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham at a movie premiere.

    While some users questioned the initial clip, others praised Akindele for addressing the matter directly and clarifying the situation.

    The incident has once again highlighted how quickly celebrity moments can be misinterpreted and amplified online.

  • Pasuma Reacts to Viral Osupa Voice Note Claiming Superiority, Performs Rival’s Songs at Ibadan Event

    Fuji music star Alhaji Wasiu Alabi Pasuma has responded to a viral voice note allegedly made by fellow Fuji artiste Saheed Osupa, in which Osupa was said to have claimed superiority over him in music, choosing instead to promote unity and mutual respect during a public performance in Ibadan, Oyo State.

    What happened

    The controversy began after a Facebook influencer, AlfasunaTV, shared an audio recording that quickly went viral, sparking heated reactions among Fuji music fans online.

    In the recording, Saheed Osupa, 57, was alleged to have made critical remarks about Pasuma and reportedly compared their musical standing to that of Fuji legends Sikiru Ayinde Barrister and Kollington Ayinla.

    The influencer also claimed Osupa once encouraged him to insult Pasuma and another associate, Kola Olootu, before later distancing himself from such actions.

    Listen to the voice note:

    Pasuma breaks silence on stage

    Pasuma, 58, addressed the situation during a live performance at Liberty Stadium, Ibadan, on April 15, 2025, during the Artisan Day celebration, where fans had expected a direct clapback or emotional reaction.

    Instead, the Fuji star, popularly called “Omo Iyawo Anobi,” took a calmer route, telling the audience there was no rivalry or bad blood between him and Osupa.

    He maintained that both of them remain committed to Fuji music and should not be divided by external narratives or social media speculation.

    Performance that shifted the tone

    Rather than escalate the tension, Pasuma went further to perform songs originally associated with Saheed Osupa during the event, a move that drew loud reactions from the crowd.

    His performance was widely interpreted as a symbolic gesture of respect, with fans saying it reflected maturity and a desire to de-escalate long-standing rumours of rivalry.

    Online reactions

    The incident quickly generated mixed reactions on social media, with fans debating the alleged rift and Pasuma’s response.

    Some praised his calm approach, describing him as “mature and humble,” while others framed it as another chapter in the ongoing comparison between Fuji heavyweights.

    Others joked about the rivalry culture in Nigerian entertainment, comparing it to other celebrity dynamics in the Afrobeats scene.

    Legacy over rivalry

    Pasuma’s response appeared to centre on unity, with the singer emphasizing legacy, growth, and respect within the Fuji music industry rather than competition or personal disputes.

    His decision to perform Osupa’s songs further reinforced the message, shifting attention away from controversy and back to music.

    The moment has since reignited conversations about whether the long-rumoured tension between both Fuji stars is overstated or finally easing into mutual respect.