Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Obo has vehemently denied circulating rumors about her arrest in Abuja, addressing the false claims in an emotional TikTok live session that has since gone viral across social media platforms.
Fiery Response to False Claims
The celebrated actress, known to her fans as Queen Mother, took to TikTok on November 18, 2025, to clear the air after rumors of her detention by authorities in Abuja spread rapidly online. In a passionate live broadcast, Obo didn't hold back her frustration, directing strong curses at those she accused of fabricating and spreading the false narrative about her arrest.
The mother of two expressed her annoyance at how these baseless claims consistently worry her concerned fans and family members, who immediately start calling to check on her wellbeing whenever such fake news surfaces. According to the actress, this pattern has become increasingly frustrating as rumormongers continue to use her name for personal gain.
Motivation Behind the Fake News
During her live session, Iyabo Obo didn't mince words when explaining why she believes people continuously spread false information about her. "You love to mention my name in order to pull traffic on your page and make money," she stated emphatically, pointing to financial motivation as the driving force behind the circulation of these rumors.
The actress positioned herself as a "special being" while heaping curses on her detractors, warning that any ill wishes directed toward her would return to the sender. Her strong spiritual response highlighted the emotional toll these constant false allegations take on public figures in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Fan Reactions and Support
The comment section during and after her live session showed overwhelming support from fans who expressed relief at seeing her free and addressing the rumors directly. Many followers joined her in condemning the spread of false information, with several comments specifically calling out the behavior of certain social media users who consistently generate fake news for engagement.
One fan, @ufuomajennie, commented: "Nice one Abba Kilode? useless set of people..setting ring light dey lie up and down." Another supporter, @ronke1040, questioned the logic behind the arrest rumors by asking: "Arrest her for what. ?????? Lizzy has been defaming day and night ,has she been arrested."
The incident comes amid renewed online attention toward the actress, following the recent release of actor Baba Ijesha, whose case had previously drawn strong reactions from Obo. An old video of her protesting against his release had resurfaced online, making her a target for criticism from certain quarters of social media.
This pattern of using celebrity names for clickbait and engagement has become increasingly common in Nigeria's digital space, where sensational stories often generate significant traffic and advertising revenue for content creators, regardless of their truthfulness.
