Casts of the SHOWMAX reality show, Real Housewives of Lagos— Iyabo Ojo, Chioma Ikokwu, and Tania Omotayo—have voiced their dissatisfaction with the show’s organizers for omitting their reconciliation scene in the finale.
The stars criticized the alleged bias and manipulation of the narrative, pointing to the exclusion of positive moments to emphasize the theme of bullying.
Iyabo Ojo took to Instagram, labeling the show as biased and silent on pertinent issues, asserting that they are aware of everything transpiring in the series. She offered a note of caution to future participants, emphasizing that reality shows require resilience, preparedness for drama, and unexpected twists.
Chioma Ikokwu expressed surprise over the omission of their brief reunion, suggesting that the positive interaction didn’t fit the narrative of a divided cast. She questioned the decision to exclude moments where the cast got along and raised suspicions about an orchestrated portrayal.
Tania Omotayo joined in the criticism, expressing shock over the deletion of a scene that showcased a positive atmosphere after a breakfast table situation. She criticized the decision to focus on negativity and lamented that the show should have concluded on a lighter note.
The controversy adds a layer of drama off-screen, mirroring the dynamics portrayed on the reality show.