Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola has stirred up controversy on social media after calling out popular food blogger Chef T, also known as Diary of a Kitchen Lover, for ignoring her collaboration request.
On March 13, 2025, Toriola took to Instagram to express her frustration, sharing a screenshot of an old conversation she had with the food influencer.
The screenshot, dated August 2024, revealed that she had reached out to Chef T for a possible collaboration. However, her message was left unanswered, a move that the actress interpreted as dismissive and disrespectful.
Along with the screenshot, Toriola added a caption that further fueled the conversation. She wrote, “Diaryofakitchenlover feels like she doesn’t need anyone again, na only she grow her grow. Shey na December me sef come out?”
This statement suggested that the actress felt snubbed and possibly undermined, implying that Chef T had grown her brand without acknowledging or supporting others in the industry.
Her words quickly sparked debate, with many social media users taking sides in the ongoing discussion about influence, collaboration, and entitlement.
The post instantly gained traction, with fans and industry insiders reacting in divided opinions. Some social media users agreed with Toriola, arguing that Chef T should have at least responded, even if she wasn’t interested in the collaboration.
They believed that ignoring a message from a fellow public figure was unprofessional and could be seen as a lack of support within the entertainment and creative industry.
For them, Toriola’s frustration was understandable, especially in a world where networking and collaboration play a huge role in career growth.
However, not everyone sympathized with Toriola’s position. Critics accused her of exhibiting a sense of entitlement, pointing out that no one is obligated to respond to collaboration requests.
Many argued that Chef T had the right to choose who she works with and that ignoring a request does not automatically translate to disrespect.
Some also felt that calling out the food blogger publicly was unnecessary and could have been handled privately.
The debate highlighted ongoing tensions between celebrities and influencers, particularly regarding expectations around support and mutual growth in the Nigerian entertainment scene.
As the conversation continues, neither Chef T nor Wumi Toriola has made any further statements regarding the issue. Whether this will lead to a resolution or further drama remains to be seen.
However, the incident has once again shed light on the pressures of social media influence, the challenges of maintaining professional relationships in the public eye, and the ever-present discussion about who owes whom support in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
