Toyin Abraham denies involvement in re-arrest of influencer Big Ayo amid defamation controversy

Actress Toyin Abraham denies claims she arrested influencer Big Ayo, clarifying the action was taken by a private citizen for defamation.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 15, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Vanguard News

Nollywood Star Refutes Viral Social Media Allegations

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has moved swiftly to dismantle online rumors linking her to the recent re-arrest of X influencer Big Ayo. The actress described the reports as entirely fabricated, urging her followers and the general public to disregard the claims as false news. Abraham emphasized that she is currently preoccupied with professional obligations, specifically filming on a movie set, and maintains a stance of goodwill rather than legal hostility toward the influencer despite their documented history of friction.

Origins of the Misinformation Campaign

The speculation gained momentum following a post by an X user identified as Khan, who alleged that the actress had ordered the influencer to be taken back into custody. This claim cited a prior dispute between the two figures in 2024 as the primary motive for the supposed legal action. However, the original post was subsequently deleted after Abraham’s team moved to address the inaccuracies, highlighting the volatile nature of unverified digital reports within the Nigerian entertainment landscape.

Official Representation Issues Formal Clarification

In a statement released on Tuesday night, Prince Adeshina, acting on behalf of the actress, provided a definitive timeline to prove her innocence in the matter. The statement confirmed that Abraham was physically present at a movie location at the time the arrest was carried out, making it impossible for her to have been involved in the operation. The editorial team representing the actress further noted that the author of the false report has been put on notice and may be required to provide evidence for the claims in the future.