Celebrity Birthday Celebration Turns Awkward Over Personal Question
Videos from a star-studded birthday party for Big Brother Naija season 10 winner Imisioluwa Eniola Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, have generated significant online discussion following an uncomfortable moment during the festivities. The lavish event, held in Lagos on Tuesday, January 28, 2026, brought together numerous Nigerian celebrities including former BBNaija housemates Tacha, Phyna, Bisola Aiyeola, and Kola, alongside actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday.
Emotional Moment Captured on Video
What began as a celebratory gathering quickly transformed into an emotionally charged situation when Nkechi Blessing publicly questioned the birthday celebrant about her relationship with her mother. A viral video from the event shows the actress asking Imisi whether she would forgive her estranged mother, prompting a visibly pained reaction from the reality star and creating palpable discomfort among other guests.
The host swiftly intervened to change the subject, but the moment had already been captured and shared across social media platforms. This incident stems from a highly publicized family dispute between Imisi and her mother that began in November 2025, involving allegations of childhood abandonment, emotional trauma, and financial neglect.
Online Reactions and Criticism
The viral video has sparked intense reactions across Nigerian social media, with many users criticizing Nkechi Blessing for what they perceive as an insensitive question during what should have been a purely celebratory occasion. Numerous comments highlight the perceived inappropriateness of bringing up personal family matters at a birthday party.
Social media user sasha.queency.1 commented: "On her birthday why ask that kind of question watin concern her with family issues na wa o"
Another user ardeykunbi added: "On her birthday where her guest are and by putting her at a difficult spot!"
User buno.gal expressed: "Why will u ask her such a personal question in front of people and on her special day, haba na."
However, some commenters offered more nuanced perspectives, with djkswagz noting: "It’s a good question, she needs to think about this, it’s a pointer and I’m sure she’ll think it through in solitude. It is well."
Background of the Family Dispute
The tension between Imisi and her mother has been playing out publicly since late 2025, with both parties making conflicting claims about their relationship history. Imisi has previously spoken about feelings of abandonment and childhood trauma, while her mother has denied these allegations online and stated that her daughter now provides financial support.
This family drama has added layers of complexity to the birthday party incident, as the question touched upon ongoing unresolved issues that have been discussed in the public sphere for several months.
Imisi's Recent Activities and Community Engagement
Despite the birthday party controversy, Imisi has maintained an active public presence. In December 2025, she announced plans for a homecoming event in Ebute Metta, expressing her intention to give back to the community that supported her during her BBNaija journey. The reality star revealed that the homecoming would take place on December 2, 2025, as a way to show appreciation for the votes and support she received from Ebute Metta residents while competing on the popular television show.
The birthday party incident highlights the complex intersection of celebrity culture, personal relationships, and public scrutiny in Nigeria's entertainment landscape, where private family matters often become subjects of public discussion and debate.
