Nollywood Actress Doris Ogala Issues Public Apology to Comedian Akpororo
Controversial Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has made a significant U-turn by publicly apologizing to popular comedian Jephthah Bowoto, widely known as Akpororo, for remarks and allegations she previously made against him. The apology, which came on Thursday, January 22, 2026, was shared through a post on her Instagram page, where Ogala openly admitted that her words were spoken in anger and may have created wrong impressions.
Ogala's Apology and Explanation
In her heartfelt apology post, Ogala explained that she had expected Akpororo to reach out and hear her side of the story before reacting to the situation. She acknowledged that her earlier comments led to widespread misconceptions and clarified that they were not made with a clear mind. The actress expressed deep regret and pleaded with the comedian to let go of any offence, asking him to find a place in his heart to forgive her.
"Akpororo my sincere apology for what I said. I felt you would have reached out to know my side of the story. Anyway, what I said caused a misconception. I apologise. It was said in anger," Ogala wrote in her post. She further added, "I tender public apology to akporo. What ever i said was said in anger. Any misconception it must have caused please find it in your heart to forgive."
Background of the Controversy
The apology follows days of intense controversy that began with a viral video in which Ogala made several serious claims about the comedian. In that video, she alleged that Akpororo once performed at Pastor Chris Okafor's church and was initially denied payment until she intervened. She further accused him of being with two women and claimed that the comedian ran out of a room in his boxers, labeling him as illiterate for allegedly being unable to pay the women.
Akpororo's Response to the Allegations
Meanwhile, Akpororo responded to the video with laughter, dismissing Ogala as an unserious person. He challenged the actress to provide concrete evidence of her claims and suggested she might need a medical evaluation due to her frequent online outbursts. The comedian also revealed that he had gathered materials to defend himself after being dragged into her ongoing feud with Pastor Okafor.
Public Reaction to the Apology
Nigerians have reacted strongly to Ogala's apology, with many wondering if her other allegations were also false, especially after she admitted that she spoke out of anger. Social media users expressed mixed feelings about the situation, with some questioning the sincerity of her apology while others emphasized the importance of allowing people to defend themselves.
Notable reactions from netizens include:
- @tikbus questioned: "Does that mean he didn't carry 2 women again?"
- @succi_room commented: "When I said most of the things this lady is saying sound like lies some people were attacking me is it becoming obvious now?"
- @kellisa_ikewete_ wrote: "This is why people should always be allowed to defend themselves. If akpororo didn't dare her to bring evidence will this happen?"
- @i_am_victouryst reacted: "Haaaaaa this is getting out of hand sha . Could it be that some things she said were also wrong coz they were said in anger ?"
- @v4vandetta_3010 opined: "Akpororo go don tell her say she must bring that evidence or we go to court. She think say Akpororo na pastor. That guy rugged pass Chris Okafor wey be pastor. She fear police case. That na why she apologize. He told her that he was ready for the matter."
- @roselinetasha said: "Na wah ooo? how many other things she said are false or fake? I hope she seeks help at this stage and stops all these cho cho cho?"
Broader Context: Pastor Chris Okafor's Apology
This development comes shortly after Pastor Chris Okafor publicly apologized to actress Doris Ogala following days of drama that led to her arrest and eventual release by Nigerian police. Okafor apologized via a livestream during a Sunday service, admitting to his fault while refuting various allegations levelled against him. The pastor knelt before the church and asked for forgiveness, stating that he was ready to make restitution to anyone he had offended.
The ongoing saga highlights the complex dynamics of celebrity conflicts in Nigeria's entertainment industry, where social media often amplifies personal disputes into public spectacles. As the situation continues to unfold, many are watching to see how these relationships will evolve and whether genuine reconciliation can be achieved.
