Entertainment
Ghosted or Entitled? The Wumi Toriola vs. Chef T drama and the business of collaboration

The recent social media fallout between Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola and food blogger Chef T, aka Diary of a Kitchen Lover, has sparked an interesting conversation about collaboration, and entitlement. and the blurred lines between film stars and digital influencers in Nigeria’s entertainment space.
Toriola’s public call-out stemmed from an unanswered Instagram DM she sent to Chef T in August 2024, requesting a collaboration.
She later posted a screenshot of the message on March 13, 2025, expressing frustration over the lack of response.
Her caption, laced with disappointment, suggested that Chef T had become too big to acknowledge others, igniting a debate about professional courtesy and the unwritten rules of collaboration.
While some social media users supported Toriola’s grievance, arguing that Chef T could have simply responded with a “yes” or “no,” others found her approach entitled.
Critics pointed out that collaborations are voluntary, not obligatory, and questioned whether Toriola was offering Chef T any real value in return.
Some even speculated that the actress was attempting to leverage the food blogger’s platform to promote an upcoming project, rather than genuinely engaging in mutual creative exchange.
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The Nollywood-Influencer crossover.
This incident highlights the growing overlap between Nollywood stars and social media influencers.
While actors once relied solely on film roles and media appearances for relevance, today’s digital era demands more visibility beyond the big screen. Many now collaborate with influencers to stay in the public eye and promote projects.

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However, these partnerships aren’t always seamless. Influencers operate differently, building their platforms on personal branding, audience trust, and carefully curated content.
Unlike actors who work within structured productions, influencers control their creative direction and business interests.
This autonomy allows them to accept or decline collaborations based on what fits their brand, making mutual benefit a key factor in any successful partnership.
Collaboration is a two-way street
One key lesson from this controversy is that collaboration should be mutually beneficial. A Nollywood actor appearing in a cooking video may seem like a win for the actor’s exposure, but does it provide equal value to the influencer?
This question becomes even more relevant when considering the logistics; who covers production costs, how the content is monetised, and whether it genuinely enhances engagement for both parties.
Without a clear win-win situation, influencers, like Chef T, may feel justified in ignoring unsolicited requests.
On the flip side, professional courtesy still matters. Even if a collaboration isn’t of interest, a simple response, whether affirmative or a polite decline can go a long way in maintaining industry relationships.
Ghosting, particularly in creative industries, can come off as dismissive and burn potential bridges.
Given the unpredictable nature of entertainment and digital media, today’s ‘irrelevant’ request might become tomorrow’s golden opportunity.
Final Thoughts
At its core, this drama isn’t just about a missed DM; it reflects the evolving entertainment landscape where Nollywood stars and influencers increasingly intersect.
The lines between traditional celebrity culture and digital creators are blurring, requiring new rules of engagement.
For Nollywood actors, influencers aren’t just platforms for visibility; they are creators with carefully built brands. For influencers, a simple response, even to decline helps maintain goodwill.
Ultimately, successful collaborations thrive on mutual respect, clear communication, and shared value. When both sides strike this balance, creative partnerships can flourish; without the social media drama.
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Entertainment
Oluwadolarz breaks silence with cryptic post following call out by ex-fiancee

Popular Nigerian skitmaker Oluwadolarz has finally spoken out following allegations from his ex-fiancée, Ife Luv, who accused him of infidelity and financial irresponsibility.
The controversy began when Ife Luv announced the end of their relationship in March 2025, claiming that Oluwadolarz repeatedly cheated on her despite her forgiving him after a previous public apology. She further alleged that she had been the primary provider in their relationship because he was “constantly broke” and that she recently caught him with another woman while their four-year-old son was in the same house.
Days after their relationship became a trending topic online, Oluwadolarz took to Instagram with a cryptic message about men and wealth, which appeared to address the situation.
When a man has wealth, he’s often revered like royalty; but when same wealth fades, respect quickly vanishes. The same people that used to say “Thanks for everything,you are the best”… they change their tone to “what have you ever done for me? Who you be sef?” It’s a lesson I’ve learned firsthand. May we never become a thing of the past. We keep pushing.
While Oluwadolarz did not directly address Ife Luv’s claims, his post has fuelled further speculation. Many social media users accused the skit-maker of manipulation, as the fallout between himself and Ife Luv had little to do with money, as opposed to the infidelity allegations.
See reactions below:
But this has nothing to do with having money. She complained of your cheating but you are bringing money in . This is very very manipulative.
When man done cheat and them catch am parable go full mouth 😂😂😂😂 bro. Go to her apologize and have a decent relationship for the sake of your child.
When a woman complains of a man’s bad behavior they quickly shift it to money…. Oga go and change your ways and stop gaslighting… see long epistle when you no be woman.
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UMG asks court to dismiss Drake's lawsuit, says he asked Kendrick Lamar to diss him

In a motion moved on Monday, Universal Music Group asked the court to dismissed the suit filed against the label by Drake.
According to UMG, Kendrick Lamar‘s ‘Not Like Us’ song is a part of a long history of hip-hop diss culture which it also claimed Drake was attempting to write because he lost.
The lable also claimed Lamar’s comments in the song was protected under the First Amendment which guaranteed free speech.
According to Billboard, UMG lawyers argued that “The plaintiff, one of the most successful recording artists of all time, lost a rap battle that he provoked and in which he willingly participated. Instead of accepting the loss like the unbothered rap artist he often claims to be, he has sued his own record label in a misguided attempt to salve his wounds.”
UMG pointed out Drake’s lyrics in the ‘Taylor Made Freestyle,’ where he used an AI-generated voice of late rapper 2Pac to demand a reply from Kendrick Lamar.
This, according to the label, was sufficient evidence that Drake filled and actively participated in the beef, and that he’s only insitituting a defamatory lawsuit because he lost.
According to TMZ, Drake’s attorney lead attorney Mike Gottlieb argued that UMG was attempting to hoodwink the public into thinking the issue was merely a rap beef rather than an attempt to hold the label responsible for profiting off dangerous misinformation.
“UMG wants to pretend that this is about a rap battle in order to distract its shareholders, artists and the public from a simple truth: a greedy company is finally being held responsible for profiting from dangerous misinformation that has already resulted in multiple acts of violence. This motion is a desperate ploy by UMG to avoid accountability, but we have every confidence that this case will proceed and continue to uncover UMG’s long history of endangering, abusing and taking advantage of its artists.”
The Story of Far
Drake’s beef with Kendrick Lamar has been regarded as one of the most iconic in hip-hop history.

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The aftermath of the rap battle has seen Drake emerge as the most injured with Lamsr’s hit song ‘Not Like Us’ inflicting the heaviest blow.
In the song, Kendrick Lamar called Drake a certified pedophile. A claim that has become the major crux of Drake’s lawsuit against UMG who distributed the song.
To add insult to injury, the song won Kendrick Lamar 5 awards at the 67th Grammys. The Compton rapper also performed the song at the 2025 Superbowl.
What next for Drake & UMG
Both Drake and UMG will be arguing their respective cases before the court.
While UMG seeks to dismiss the suit, Drake’s lawyers will be hoping to convince the court that his claims of injury resulting from the falsehood in Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ is sufficient reason to hear the case.
Drake will also be aiming to assert his claims that UMG used unethical means to artificially boost the song’s popularity to cause he further damages.
Despite losing the beef, Drake has retained his status as the foremost rapper globally as he topped the 2024 IFPI list as the best-selling hip-hop act.
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Timini Egbuson’s ‘Reel Love’ dominates Nollywood box office for five consecutive weeks with ₦303 million

Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Timini Egbuson’s cinematic debut, Reel Love has continued to dominate the Nigerian box office grossing over ₦300 million.
Nollywood has been taken by storm, and Reel Love is leading the charge! The romantic drama has officially grossed a staggering ₦303 million, holding the title of the highest-grossing Nollywood film for five consecutive weeks.
In an Instagram post by the film distributor, FilmOne, the film is going strong.
“₦303M and still going strong! Reel Love is the highest-grossing Nollywood title for 5 weeks in a row! Thank you for the love and support! Still showing in cinemas—don’t miss out! Distributed by @filmoneng,” the post said.
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