Nollywood actress and producer Omoni Oboli has issued an apology to her fans after removing her latest movie, A Different Type of Love, from YouTube following plagiarism accusations.
The movie, which was recently uploaded on Omoni Oboli’s YouTube channel, sparked controversy when some viewers pointed out its striking similarity to another film titled Hope Given.
Addressing the issue on her social media page, Omoni expressed regret and explained her decision to pull down the movie while investigations are underway.
In her statement, she wrote: “Dear besties, We know you’re probably wondering why the latest movie isn’t available anymore on the channel. We’ve received feedback that it bears a striking resemblance to another film on YouTube. As a channel committed to originality, we’ve decided to remove the movie while we investigate the situation. We’ve engaged the scriptwriter to understand exactly what happened and are working closely with our legal team to resolve this. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. Always remember that I love you ❤️.”
The actress’s swift response to the allegations has drawn mixed reactions, with many praising her for taking responsibility and prioritizing originality. Meanwhile, fans eagerly await updates on the outcome of the investigation.