Mo Bimpe and Jide Awobona's Premiere Moment Sparks Debate

On September 2, 2026, a movie premiere in Lagos featuring Mo Bimpe and Jide Awobona drew significant attention due to a video that circulated on social media. In the clip, Mo Bimpe, dressed in a white bridal-inspired outfit, is seen resting her arm on Jide Awobona's shoulder while they share her phone screen.

Lateef Adedimeji, Mo Bimpe's husband, is seated next to her in an off-white suit. Observers noted that Lateef appeared uncomfortable, shifting in his seat and glancing away, prompting comments about the appropriateness of the physical closeness between Mo Bimpe and Jide Awobona.

The reactions on social media included phrases like "Lateef no dey comfortable," with some users arguing that the outrage was an overreaction, given the documented friendship between the three. The premiere itself was a high-profile event, showcasing a film that expands on a beloved comedy character, Mama Deola.