Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham has become a trending topic on social media following a moment she shared with fellow actress Shaffy Bello at a recent event. The video, captured at the just-concluded Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) Icons Night, shows Toyin kneeling to greet Shaffy, sparking widespread discussion among fans and netizens.
Video of Toyin Abraham and Shaffy Bello Goes Viral
The duo attended the Icons Night of the 12th edition of the AMVCA, held on Thursday night, May 7, 2026. In the footage, Toyin is seen kneeling as she greets Shaffy, a gesture that elicited varied reactions online. Many users shared their opinions, with some criticizing the actress while others defended her actions.
Legit.ng also reported a similar incident involving Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi, who warmed hearts by kneeling to greet veteran actress Joke Silva at the same event. Anunobi left her seat to approach Silva, asking about her husband Olu Jacobs while remaining on her knees. Fans applauded Anunobi's respect, contrasting it with Toyin's reception.
Netizens React to Toyin's Greeting
Social media users expressed mixed feelings about Toyin's gesture. One user, lafacebeautyhair, questioned, "So we should normalize not kneeling to greet people that are older than us?" Another, iyalodetia, defended Toyin, saying, "Una sha want person wey Dem born well and train well to respect other people, to now become disrespectful because of una opinion... una well-done." User nafeesah_omowumi pointed out that even veteran actresses kneel to greet each other, asking, "Even mummy joke silver kneel to greet mama rainbow, So what is the big deal there?" Others like sunnyesther85 and @Adukesphere criticized Toyin, with the latter stating, "She don start, make she dey calm down with the kneeling."
Toyin Abraham Speaks on Her Aura
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Toyin Abraham spoke about her natural connection with people, especially children. The actress shared new pictures from a movie location and reflected on her personality, describing herself as a radiant light. She added that her energy attracts people and makes them feel safe.
The incident has reignited debates about respect and generational differences in Nollywood, with many comparing Toyin's greeting to the warm reception Eucharia Anunobi received for her similar gesture toward Joke Silva.
