In this content, Catalystng.com is going to talk about 7 viral moments from the Iyabo Ojo’s movie premiere known as “The Return of Arinzo”.
The star-studded event took place on March 29, 2026, at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, ahead of the movie’s nationwide cinema release scheduled for April 3, 2026.
Several high-profile celebrities graced the occasion, including Femi Adebayo, Funke Akindele, Mercy Aigbe, Toyin Abraham, Papaya Ex, Muyiwa Ademola, Ronke Oshodi-Oke, Biola Adebayo, Omowunmi Dada, Hilda Baci, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Eniola Badmus, Kiekie, Segun Johnson, Toke Makinwa, Wumi Toriola, Priscilla Ojo and her husband Juma Jux, Pretty Mike, Deeone, Kamo State, Mo Abudu, AY Makun, Yomi Casual, Odunlade Adekola, Itele D Icon, Florence Ita-Giwa and Rita Dominic, among others.
Below is a roundup of some of the dramatic moments from Iyabo Ojo’s movie premiere that have taken over social media.
1. Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe
Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe were seen in close proximity at the event but appeared to completely ignore each other. Unlike the widely reported snub involving Toyin Abraham, the two actresses neither exchanged greetings nor made eye contact, further fueling speculation about a possible rift between them.
Watch the moment Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe were welcomed by Iyabo Ojo but appeared to ignore each other, refusing to exchange greetings.
2. Fathia Williams and Kamo State
A viral video from the premiere of The Return of Arinzo shows Fathia Williams initially snubbing Kamo State when he tried to greet her. Despite his attempts to lighten the mood, she didn’t respond until Muyiwa Ademola stepped in.
However, the tension didn’t last long, as both later reconciled, shared laughs, and even discussed Kamo State’s support for her upcoming project, “Efunroye.”
Fathia Balogun snubbed Kamo State but he no gree 😭😂 pic.twitter.com/BE8AiqEogR
— BASITO (@itzbasito) March 29, 2026
They later sort it out ❤️ https://t.co/fJrrMOnoUQ pic.twitter.com/ZWGWUuWgXz
— AYANFE (@CHULLY1010) March 30, 2026
3. Peller with his mum and Jarvis
A viral video shows Peller and his partner Jarvis having a tense moment while heading to the premiere of The Return of Arinzo by Iyabo Ojo.
Jarvis expressed frustration over Peller giving more attention to his mother during a live session, a situation worsened by a language barrier since he was the only one who understood both English and Yoruba. The clip has sparked mixed reactions online, with many debating relationship dynamics, while some also criticised his mother’s outfit.
Jarvis changed it for Peller because he was giving more attention to his mother instead of her 😭😭😂 pic.twitter.com/Sh3pRQGAco
— SKB (@seyikanbai) March 29, 2026
4. Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham
Funke Akindele becomes a trending conversation online after a viral video showed her appearing to ignore Toyin Abraham at the premiere of The Return of Arinzo.
The incident sparked widespread reactions online, especially as Toyin later revealed she had unfollowed Funke on Instagram and vowed not to greet her again, further fueling speculation about a rift between the two actresses.
5. Papaya Ex
Drama erupted at the premiere of The Return of Arinzo by Iyabo Ojo after Papaya Ex reportedly lost her phone and began stopping guests to search their bags.
The situation escalated when she attempted to search Wumi Toriola’s bag, sparking mixed reactions online, with critics condemning her approach while others sympathised with her. She later offered a ₦700K reward for the missing phone.
Papaya Ex stood at the exit door and tried to stop and search Wunmi Toriola for her lost phone.😂 https://t.co/wCDApxyhc4 pic.twitter.com/o3euABqSrj
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) March 30, 2026
6. Peller with his mum and Jarvis
A viral video shows content creator Peller and his partner Jarvis having a tense exchange while heading to the premiere of The Return of Arinzo by Iyabo Ojo.
Jarvis expressed frustration over Peller giving more attention to his mother during a live session, a situation worsened by a language barrier, as he was the only one who understood both English and Yoruba.
Jarvis changed it for Peller because he was giving more attention to his mother instead of her 😭😭😂 pic.twitter.com/Sh3pRQGAco
— SKB (@seyikanbai) March 29, 2026
7. Odunlade Adekola and Madam Saje
A viral video from the premiere of The Return of Arinzo by Iyabo Ojo shows veteran actress Madam Saje reportedly snubbing Odunlade Adekola despite his respectful greeting.
The moment adds to a series of dramatic incidents from the event, which have continued to trend online.
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