Yoruba Nollywood actor Akin Olaiya, popularly known as Olaiya Ganiyu Akinyemi, has found himself at the center of intense social media discussions following the collapse of his second marriage in less than one year.
The latest breakup has revived old allegations made by his first wife, Bukonla, leading many social media users to revisit years of controversy surrounding the actor’s personal life.
From abuse allegations and claims of infidelity to a dramatic marriage dissolution and rumors involving a bridesmaid, the actor’s relationship history has become one of the most talked-about celebrity stories in recent weeks.
How It All Started
According to accounts that have circulated online, Akin Olaiya married his first wife, Bukonla, around 2016.
At the time, Bukonla was reportedly about 20 years old, while the actor was around 35.
The marriage was said to have been relatively private.
Bukonla later claimed that during the wedding preparations, Akin informed her that he did not have a close relationship with members of his family, resulting in senior Nollywood colleagues standing in as representatives during parts of the ceremony.
The union produced children and initially appeared stable.
However, behind the scenes, reports suggest the marriage experienced persistent challenges that eventually led to separation between 2019 and 2021, although some accounts indicate there were attempts at reconciliation during that period.
Bukonla Breaks Her Silence
For years after the breakup, Bukonla remained largely silent publicly.
That changed in 2025 after Akin remarried.
In an interview that quickly went viral online, she made a series of allegations against the actor.
Among her claims were accusations of domestic violence.
According to her, Akin allegedly assaulted her during their marriage.
She also accused him of repeatedly engaging in relationships with other women, alleging that infidelity contributed significantly to the breakdown of their marriage.
One of the most controversial allegations involved popular Yoruba actress Rukayat Lawal, widely known as Iya Ibadan.
Bukonla alleged that Akin had previously admitted to her that the actress had a child for him.
The claim generated widespread debate online and quickly became a major topic across entertainment blogs and social media platforms.
Bukonla further made allegations involving spiritual practices and religious manipulation.
According to her account, certain events that occurred during their marriage were later misrepresented publicly by the actor.
The interview generated mixed reactions.
While some viewers sympathized with her and praised her for speaking out, others questioned the timing of the revelations, arguing that the interview came shortly after Akin’s new marriage and may have been motivated by unresolved emotions.
Regardless of the differing opinions, the allegations dominated conversations on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for weeks.
A New Beginning With Nafeesat
Despite the controversies surrounding his first marriage, Akin moved on and found love again.
On June 29, 2025, he married Nafeesat Feenah Hammed in a Muslim wedding ceremony held at the Central Mosque in Sabo, Mokola, Ibadan.
The ceremony attracted significant public attention and was attended by family members, friends and associates.
The marriage was presented as a fresh start for the actor.
However, shortly after wedding videos surfaced online, social media users began speculating about the bride’s facial expressions during the ceremony.
Many viewers claimed Nafeesat appeared unusually reserved while Akin danced and celebrated enthusiastically.
The clips fueled rumors that she may have been unhappy about the marriage.
Those claims were later dismissed by individuals close to the bride.
Family members reportedly clarified that the marriage was entered willingly and that all traditional and religious requirements, including payment of bride price, had been fulfilled properly.
Marriage Ends In Less Than One Year
Just when many fans believed Akin had finally found stability, news emerged in June 2026 that the marriage had collapsed.
The actor personally announced the separation through a formal letter titled “Letter of Marriage Dissolution.”
According to Akin’s version of events, the trouble began when the couple planned to attend an event in Lagos together.
He claimed Nafeesat declined to accompany him.
While he was away, he alleged that she packed her belongings and left their matrimonial home without prior notice.
The actor further stated that multiple efforts were made to reconcile the relationship, but according to him, Nafeesat consistently refused to return.
In the letter, he wrote:
“Based on her decision and continuous refusal to return or reconcile, I hereby declare that Nafisat Feenah Hammed is no longer my wife henceforth.”
The statement immediately went viral and reignited public interest in the actor’s personal life.
Nafeesat’s Alleged Side Of The Story
Following the public announcement, a different narrative began emerging across social media.
Several posts and discussions suggested that Nafeesat may have left after allegedly discovering an inappropriate relationship involving someone very close to her.
According to unverified reports circulating online, the woman involved was allegedly her close friend and one of the bridesmaids from the wedding.
The allegations quickly gained traction because they appeared to align with some of the infidelity accusations previously made by Bukonla.
However, it is important to note that these claims remain allegations and have not been independently verified.
Neither Nafeesat nor Akin has publicly provided evidence confirming the rumors.
Social Media Erupts
The collapse of the second marriage sparked another wave of reactions online.
Old clips from Bukonla’s interviews resurfaced across TikTok and Facebook.
Users began comparing her previous allegations with the circumstances surrounding the second marriage.
Some social media users argued that the second divorce appeared to validate concerns previously raised by Bukonla.
Others defended Akin, insisting that failed relationships do not automatically prove the allegations against him.
The situation also triggered broader conversations about celebrity marriages, loyalty, infidelity, domestic disputes and the pressures of public relationships.
TikTok creators, bloggers and entertainment commentators continued dissecting every aspect of the story, turning it into one of the most discussed Nollywood relationship controversies of 2026.
Where Things Stand Now
As of June 2026, Akin Olaiya and Nafeesat are no longer together following the actor’s public dissolution announcement.
Bukonla’s allegations continue to resurface whenever discussions about the actor emerge online.
Many of the most serious claims, including accusations of abuse, infidelity, paternity disputes and spiritual practices, remain allegations made by individuals involved and have not been proven in court.
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