Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola is not holding back! The film star has clapped back at popular food critic Opeyemi Famakin after he defended celebrity food blogger Chef T (of Diary of a Kitchen Lover) in a simmering online clash.
The Backstory
It all began when Wumi publicly called out Chef T for allegedly ignoring her request for a collaboration on her cooking show. Feeling snubbed, the actress took to social media to vent her frustrations, accusing the chef of brushing her off despite being in the same industry.
In a quick response, Opeyemi Famakin jumped to Chef T’s defense, hailing her as a respected and collaborative figure in the culinary world. He issued a subtle warning against anyone trying to tarnish her reputation—though he didn’t mention Wumi by name.
Wumi Fires Back—Loud and Clear
But Wumi wasn’t having it. The actress called out Famakin for throwing shade without calling her out directly, branding him a “coward” and questioning his influence in the food industry.
“Next time you feel the urge to come for me, perhaps take a moment to reflect, establish a long-term career, or build a successful business of your own,” she said pointedly.
She also took a jab at his role as a food critic, alleging that he’s harmed more small businesses than he’s helped, and accused him of using his platform to belittle rather than uplift.
Social Media Reacts
As expected, the back-and-forth stirred reactions online:
• Some fans applauded Wumi for speaking her truth.
• Others sided with Opeyemi, suggesting Wumi was overreacting to professional rejection.
• Meanwhile, Chef T has kept silent, seemingly staying out of the online war.
Final Thoughts
With egos clashing and reputations on the line, this showdown between Nollywood and Nigeria’s foodie community is far from over. One thing’s clear: Wumi isn’t afraid to defend her brand—and she’s got the claws to prove it.
Stay tuned, because this online drama might just be heating up!
