The latest social media activity from Nollywood star Femi Adebayo has added more fuel to the ongoing rumors regarding the state of his marriage to Iyana Aduke. As the world marked International Women’s Day, the filmmaker took to his Instagram page to honor the significant women in his life, but many fans couldn’t help but notice a glaring omission. While he shared beautiful photos of his mother and daughters, his wife was nowhere to be found in the tribute.
In his heartfelt post, Femi showered praise on the women who inspire and nurture him, describing them as the pillars of his world. He spoke glowingly about their resilience, wisdom, and the light they bring into every space they occupy. He extended his well-wishes to women everywhere who shape homes and industries with courage and excellence. However, the absence of Iyana Aduke, who also shares a child with the actor, has led many to believe that the rift between the couple is deeper than previously thought.
This isn’t the first time the couple’s private struggles have made headlines. Earlier this year, Iyana Aduke trended for unfortunate reasons when her popular eatery in Yaba was reportedly sealed off due to issues involving an unpaid bank loan. The situation took a more personal turn when social media personality Yeye Kudi Court raised concerns about how the actor was allegedly treating his estranged wife and their child, claiming she was forced to vacate both her home and business premises under difficult circumstances.
The signs of trouble first became public last June when Aduke shared cryptic posts suggesting a major marital crisis. In a series of pointed remarks, she hinted that if she had the power to choose who to love, Femi would not have made the list. It was also discovered by Reports that the pair had unfollowed each other on Instagram, a move that often signals a breakdown in modern relationships.
Interestingly, there was a brief moment of hope for fans late last year when Aduke shared throwback videos of the family enjoying quality time together. She even posted clips of her and Femi in a playful mood, which many interpreted as a sign of reconciliation. However, that peace seemed short-lived as she later called out Femi’s colleague, Olatoun Olanrewaju, accusing her of being a central figure in the destruction of her marriage and expressing deep hurt over what she termed a betrayal.
In a swift rebuttal, Olatoun denied being the cause of the couple’s problems. She maintained that Aduke was responsible for her own situation and challenged the allegations of interference. With Femi’s recent decision to exclude his wife from his International Women’s Day celebration, it appears the “Woman King” star is sending a silent but very clear message about where things currently stand in his personal life.
