For years, Toyin Abraham has built a strong relationship with her fans, often allowing them a closer look into her life and career than many celebrities do. But a private conversation now circulating online has placed that closeness under a different kind of spotlight.
The recording, which has sparked heated reactions across social media, has also reopened old conversations about some of Nollywood’s biggest names.
The Leaked Conversation That Set Social Media Talking
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, an audio recording said to be a private phone conversation between Toyin Abraham and a TikTok personality identified as Bisgold began circulating on X, Instagram and other social media platforms. The recording reportedly lasts about 11 minutes and 42 seconds and was released online by blogger Mama Esabod.
The conversation is mainly in Yoruba and Pidgin and covers several subjects, including Toyin’s relationship with some colleagues, online criticism, her fan base and personal experiences.
However, one part quickly became the biggest talking point. Bisgold was heard making harsh comments about actress Funke Akindele. Toyin, whose voice is attributed to the recording, appeared to laugh during parts of the conversation instead of stopping the fan.
That reaction became the basis of much of the criticism against her. Some netizens accused Toyin of encouraging the comments by laughing and failing to caution Bisgold. Others defended the actress, arguing that Toyin did not personally insult Funke in the recording and that the conversation was private.
Although the leaked audio hasn’t been verified by the actress, it has gone viral on social media.
Why Funke Akindele Is At The Centre Of The Controversy
The reaction to the audio cannot be separated from the history between Toyin and Funke. For years, fans have compared the two actresses because of their success in Nollywood, particularly their performances at the box office. Their relationship has also been the subject of public speculation, although much of what has been said about them has come from fans and social media.
The tension became a fresh talking point on March 29, 2026, when both actresses attended the premiere of Iyabo Ojo’s The Return of Arinzo in Lagos. A viral video from the event showed Toyin approaching the table where Funke was seated. Toyin appeared to greet her, but Funke did not visibly acknowledge the greeting in the clip that circulated online. A second attempt also appeared to receive no response.
The moment quickly spread online and renewed claims that the actresses were not on good terms. The situation escalated after the premiere, with reports that Toyin unfollowed Funke and said she would no longer greet her.
Iyabo, who was at the centre of the event because it was the premiere of her film, later addressed the issue. On March 31, she said she had previously tried to reconcile the two actresses but had reached a point where she could no longer continue begging them to settle their differences.
She also explained that Toyin had originally been expected to feature in The Return of Arinzo but pulled out after telling her she was exhausted and needed to travel. Iyabo said the disagreement surrounding the film had eventually been resolved between them.
Months later, the leaked audio has brought that old tension back into public discussion.
What The Audio Says About Iyabo Ojo
Funke was not the only actress mentioned in the conversation. Bisgold reportedly brought up Iyabo Ojo and past issues between them. According to reports about the recording, Bisgold said she had previously tried to get close to Iyabo but had made some comments that went too far.
She reportedly challenged people who accused her of cursing Iyabo and her daughter, Priscilla, to produce evidence. At the same time, she admitted that she had said hurtful things about Iyabo.
Toyin reportedly responded that Iyabo had been unable to move past the matter, before telling Bisgold that they should leave the subject. That portion of the conversation has also attracted criticism because of Toyin’s alleged reaction to the comments. Some netizens accused her of not curbing her fan and being complacent.
Toyin’s Comments About Kemity And Itele
The conversation also moved away from the two actresses and towards Toyin’s relationships with other people in the industry. Toyin reportedly complained about attempts by some netizens and bloggers to create tension between her and actress Kemity and actor Itele.
She reportedly said some people who presented themselves as her supporters were using fake accounts to attack people around her. Kemity appeared to be particularly important to Toyin.
According to reports, Toyin described Kemity as someone she considers like a daughter and said the two were on good terms. She pointed to her professional relationship with Kemity’s goddaughter as another indication that there was no serious problem between them.
The comments came as Toyin discussed what she described as attempts by trolls to pitch her against people she considers friends or close associates.
The Painful Pregnancy Story In The Recording
Perhaps the most personal part of the alleged conversation was Toyin’s reported discussion of pregnancy loss. According to accounts of the recording, the actress spoke about undergoing IVF and her plans to have her children in Canada.
She said she was advised that she needed to be closely monitored because she was carrying triplets, meaning she would eventually have to give birth in Nigeria.
Toyin reportedly said she had gone through a difficult period and was hurt by people who mocked her during a thanksgiving service. She also linked the bullying and emotional distress she experienced around that period to her pregnancy loss.
Bisgold reportedly recalled how some people mocked Toyin for rolling on the floor while worshipping God during her thanksgiving. She said she responded at the time by searching for a video of Funke worshipping in church and sharing it.
Toyin did not engage that part of the conversation for long. Instead, she moved on to another subject and spoke about being grateful that the pregnancy had become visible enough for her to use the experience in some movie scenes. She added that one thing that gave her comfort was seeing the pregnancy reflected in her work.
How Bisgold Became Part Of The Story
Bisgold is a TikTok personality and a known admirer of Toyin. Over time, her support for the actress brought her to Toyin’s attention, creating a relationship that appeared to extend beyond the usual celebrity-and-fan interaction.
That relationship is important to understanding why the leaked conversation has generated another debate beyond the comments about Funke and Iyabo. Some people have questioned how comfortable Toyin appeared to be while speaking to a fan about private matters.
Others have focused on the person who recorded the conversation, arguing that a private call should not have been secretly recorded and released.
How The Recording Allegedly Got Online
Bisgold has reportedly given her own account of how the audio became public. According to the account, she was on a call with a trusted friend when Toyin called her. She said she muted the other call so she could speak privately with Toyin, not knowing that the friend was recording the conversation.
Bisgold reportedly claimed that the friend later contacted Toyin on WhatsApp and demanded money, threatening to release the recording if she refused to pay. She said Toyin refused.
The recording subsequently surfaced online and quickly spread across social media, with different versions of the story emerging around it.
Bisgold’s Role Under Scrutiny
As the controversy grew, attention shifted to Bisgold herself. The fan has reportedly apologised amid the backlash, while some netizens have criticised her for the comments she made about other entertainers. Others have questioned the decision to secretly record a private conversation and release it.
The incident has therefore placed the relationship between celebrities and highly devoted fans under scrutiny. For public figures who maintain close relationships with supporters online, the line between a personal conversation and a potentially public one can be difficult to manage.
What Toyin Abraham Has Said — And Has Not Said
By reposting the message, Toyin showed that she was aware of the backlash and was not allowing the criticism to go unanswered through her social media activity.
Conclusion
The leaked recording has once again placed Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele at the centre of Nollywood conversations, months after their tense moment at Iyabo Ojo’s movie premiere.
But unlike a public red-carpet incident, this latest controversy comes from a conversation that was never meant for public consumption. Yet some of the biggest questions remain unanswered.
Who exactly recorded the conversation? What was the full context before and after the portions circulating online? And, most importantly, will Toyin eventually address the recording herself?
