Toyin Abraham Reveals the Reason Behind the Negative Reviews of Her Movie ‘Ijakumo’
Nollywood actress turned director, Toyin Abraham, has attributed the negative reception of her movie, ‘Ijakumo,’ on social media after its premiere on Netflix to political opposition.
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In the film, Toyin portrays the character of Asabi, a spiritualist seeking revenge against her former lover-turned-pastor, whom she entices to his downfall with the help of a stripper.
Following the movie’s release on Netflix last week, some movie enthusiasts on social media praised the actors’ impressive performances, while others criticized the weak storyline.
Responding to the negative comments, Toyin took to Twitter and claimed that those criticizing and undermining the movie were individuals who opposed her choice of presidential candidate during the previous election.
Toyin further dismissed her critics by highlighting the widespread acceptance of ‘Ijakumo’ in cinemas across Nigeria and the United States of America.
In a tweet, Toyin stated, “You all went to create WhatsApp group because of Ijakumo, the born-again stripper, please continue.
-Maybe today I will kuku break the table. You all will tell the world why choosing my own candidate is a crime and yours isn’t. Loni yi mo mura yin wa.”
Toyin continued, “You all think you have a monopoly to talk shit; I’m here today for those people in that WhatsApp group.
Ijakumo the born-again stripper was accepted in USA and Odeon cinemas and was showing same time Nigerian cinemas were showing it.
I might keep mute for other things, but when it comes to my work, I will speak out.”
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After her initial outburst, Abraham later apologized for her reaction and requested critics to express their opinions about the movie with love.
She added, “And to everyone who genuinely loves and appreciates my work and feels bad about anything tweeted, please always remember I’m human and I love you all.”
Hey fam we are now no 20 worldwide 🤜🤜🤜keep preaching the gospel of IJAKUMO The born again stripper❤️❤️ Tell everyone about it that is streaming on Netflix global❤️ pic.twitter.com/U2og6D1urn
— TOYIN ABRAHAM AJEYEMI (@toyin_abraham1) June 25, 2023
