Actress Wumi Toriola has explained her recent public apology to senior actor Afeez Owo, saying it stems from her commitment as a “true ambassador of culture.”

The conflict began in September when Wumi publicly criticised Afeez after he compared her film roles to her real-life personality, noting that she tolerates no nonsense and reacts when provoked. Wumi called his comments “rubbish” and questioned why such issues were being aired on podcasts.

However, at the premiere of an Odunlade Adekola movie, Wumi made amends, kneeling before Afeez and saying, “I’m sorry, sir. Please forgive me.”

In an Instagram post, she reiterated that her decision was rooted in respect for elders and a desire for peace. “I chose to apologise to our legend because I am a true ambassador of culture, and even in ‘anger,’ our elders should be off limits,” she wrote.

She added, “Also, because our elders deserve calm waters, not raised voices. Once again, to our fans and friends, no more grudges. I have chosen peace. Thank you for your forgiving self.”