By Annette Ikponmwonba | November 12th, 2026
Key Points
· Nollywood fans are excited after Funke Akindele joined Femi Adebayo in the cast of the sequel to Netflix’s original film, Jagun Jagun
· Fans have been “shipping” the pair, reviving interest in their earlier collaborations, including the 2008 Yoruba film Taiwo Taiwo
· Behind-the-scenes pictures and videos from the Jagun Jagun 2 photoshoot have fuelled conversation on social media
· The buzz grew in October after the two were spotted exchanging greetings at the seventh birthday of actress Wunmi Toriola’s son
· Fans have called for a remake of Taiwo Taiwo, and both actors have responded positively
· Some social media users urged fans not to read romance into the actors’ friendship and professional interactions
Main Story
Nollywood fans are buzzing with excitement ahead of the sequel to Netflix’s original film, Jagun Jagun, following the inclusion of Funke Akindele in the cast alongside Femi Adebayo. Fans have continued to celebrate the on-screen pairing of the two actors, reviving interest in their previous collaborations in Yoruba films such as Taiwo Taiwo.
The renewed excitement, known as “shipping,” followed the release of promotional content featuring the actors ahead of the sequel. Akindele’s inclusion has sparked conversations on social media, with fans sharing behind-the-scenes pictures and videos of the pair and expressing excitement about seeing them work together again.
The interest in their pairing dates back to the 2008 Yoruba film Taiwo Taiwo, in which Akindele played T-Girl while Adebayo portrayed T-Boy. The characters were a duo who lived seemingly ordinary lives by day but operated a robbery syndicate at night. Their on-screen chemistry has remained memorable among fans, many of whom have continued to call for the actors to reunite in similar roles.
The Issues
The attention shows how strongly Nigerian audiences connect with classic on-screen pairings, and how quickly nostalgia can turn into social media campaigns. For a sequel to a Netflix original, the buzz works as free publicity, drawing fresh interest well before release.
It also shows how fan enthusiasm can blur the line between on-screen chemistry and real-life relationships. Some fans have gone as far as imagining the two actors dating or marrying, and have even given the pairing a name, “FaFa.” Others pushed back. User Lola Okunrin cautioned that Adebayo’s behaviour around Akindele is normal, adding that nothing shows a romantic relationship, and urged fans not to force two people into one. The report offers no confirmation from either actor of anything beyond a professional relationship.
The conversation gained fresh attention in October, after videos from Wunmi Toriola’s son’s birthday party showed the two exchanging greetings. Small moments like this can quickly become viral talking points when fans are already invested.
What’s Being Said
Fans were enthusiastic. User Bodun shared behind-the-scenes pictures from the Jagun Jagun 2 photoshoot, calling on fellow “shameless shippers.” Another user, POLAN, wrote on October 23 that no ship looks more loving than this one. Big Dams said the ship has been his since 2008, while O’Nene noted that both actors are parents of twins.
One fan, Jasper, praised the pair’s talent and business acumen, suggesting they could become the “Dangotes of Nollywood,” and called Adebayo the best actor in Nigeria. Aladire said fans had named the pairing FaFa, with the hashtag FaFa2026, Akindele and Adebayo have both responded positively to calls for a Taiwo Taiwo remake, according to the report.
What’s Next
Attention will turn to more promotional content from Jagun Jagun 2, including trailers, a release date and further details about the cast and story. Fans will also be watching for any official word on a Taiwo Taiwo remake, The buzz around the pairing is likely to continue as more behind the scenes material is shared, though the actors themselves may need to address the speculation if it grows.
Bottom Line
Funke Akindele’s addition to the Jagun Jagun sequel has revived a long running fan favourite pairing with Femi Adebayo, boosting excitement for the film, even as some users remind fans to enjoy the on screen chemistry without assuming a real life romance.
