Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Prince Jide Kosoko has recounted how some Islamic clerics opposed one of his Yoruba films over a storyline depicting a married Muslim woman committing adultery, with the controversy reportedly leading to calls for the production to be banned.

Kosoko made the disclosure during an interview on the African A-List podcast, where he reflected on the challenges filmmakers face when their stories touch on sensitive religious and cultural issues.

The veteran actor identified the film as Amina Eleha, a 1993 Yoruba production whose storyline sparked objections from some Islamic clerics, popularly known as Alfas.

According to Kosoko, the clerics objected to the portrayal of a Muslim woman engaging in an extramarital affair. They also reportedly expressed concern over the name of the lead character, Amina, because of its religious significance.

“I did a film where a Muslim woman committed adultery; some Alfas said it shouldn’t be released,” Kosoko said.

The actor explained that his intention was to tell a story about human behaviour and the contradictions that can arise between religious identity and personal conduct. He maintained that portraying wrongdoing by a character who belongs to a particular faith does not necessarily amount to an attack on that religion.

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Kosoko recalled that the disagreement escalated in the Badiya area of Lagos, where some clerics allegedly pulled down promotional posters advertising the film. The incident reportedly attracted the attention of local youths, raising fears that the dispute could develop into a wider confrontation.

The filmmaker said he was concerned about the possibility of the controversy being interpreted as an attempt to provoke religious tension.

He also recalled how fellow actor Baba Elesho intervened during the dispute, helping to challenge the objections raised by the clerics. Kosoko credited his colleague with standing his ground during the tense encounter.

The account has renewed attention to the challenges facing Yoruba filmmakers when they explore controversial themes involving religion, marriage and morality.

Although films often use fictional characters to examine social realities, storylines involving religious communities can attract criticism from audiences who believe their beliefs or traditions are being misrepresented.

At the same time, the controversy highlights questions about creative freedom and censorship in Nollywood, including how filmmakers can tell difficult stories while respecting the religious sensitivities of their audiences.

Kosoko’s recollection of the Amina Eleha dispute offers a glimpse into the tensions that can emerge when entertainment intersects with deeply held beliefs. It also underscores the importance of resolving disagreements over film content through dialogue rather than intimidation or the destruction of promotional materials.

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has responded indirectly to the backlash surrounding an alleged leaked audio conversation in which a TikTok fan was heard making disparaging remarks about fellow actress Funke Akindele, reigniting debate over the relationship between the two movie stars.

The controversy erupted after an approximately 11-minute, 42-second recording, reportedly featuring Abraham and a TikTok personality identified as Bisgold, began circulating on social media on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The conversation, conducted largely in Yoruba and Pidgin English, has divided fans and generated widespread reactions online.

In the recording, the fan is reportedly heard repeatedly making insulting remarks about Akindele, while Abraham appears to laugh at different points rather than challenge the comments. The conversation also reportedly touches on actress Iyabo Ojo, alongside Abraham’s relationships with other colleagues in the movie industry.

The recording has attracted criticism from social media users who questioned Abraham’s response to the remarks about her colleagues. Some argued that the actress should have discouraged the insults, while others questioned the decision to record and circulate what appeared to be a private conversation.

Amid the growing backlash, Abraham reportedly reposted an Instagram Story from influencer Bukky Majek on Thursday, October 15. Majek’s message defended the actress and urged critics to stop attacking her, arguing that her success and blessings came from God.

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However, Abraham’s repost did not amount to a detailed public denial of the recording. The full context of the conversation and the authenticity of the recording have not been independently established in the reports reviewed.

The controversy has also drawn reactions from other members of the entertainment industry, with some defending Abraham and others questioning the practice of secretly recording private conversations.

Actress Foluke Daramola publicly defended Abraham amid the criticism. Daramola questioned whether the actress would say something behind another person’s back that she would not be prepared to say to their face, expressing support for her colleague.

Similarly, actress Regina Chukwu raised concerns about the recording and circulation of private phone conversations. In a social media post, Chukwu questioned why people secretly record conversations with friends and acquaintances, saying she would feel hurt if someone she trusted recorded their private discussion without her knowledge.

Actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday also weighed in on Friday, October 16, defending Abraham and criticising people who encourage hostility between female celebrities. She also directed criticism at the person responsible for recording and leaking the conversation.

The incident has revived public discussion about the strained relationship between Abraham and Akindele, which previously attracted attention following an awkward encounter at the premiere of Iyabo Ojo’s film, The Return of Arinzo.

Reports about the earlier incident said Akindele appeared to ignore Abraham’s greeting at the event. Abraham subsequently reportedly said she would no longer greet Akindele and confirmed that she had unfollowed her on social media.

The latest controversy has reopened conversations about rivalry, loyalty, personal boundaries and the impact of social media on relationships among Nollywood stars.

While some supporters have defended Abraham and questioned the ethics of releasing a private conversation, critics have focused on her reported reaction to the comments about Akindele and Ojo.

As the debate continues, no detailed public statement directly addressing all the allegations in the recording was identified in the reports reviewed. The full circumstances surrounding the recording, including how it was obtained and whether the circulating version captures the complete conversation, remain unclear.