Papaya Ex Cries Over Deletion of Viral YouTube Movie

On Monday, 14 September 2026, Nigerian content creator Abike Rakeem, popularly known as Papaya Ex, shared an emotional video after the deletion of her YouTube movie 'Spotlight', which had garnered 2.7 million views and over 10,000 comments. Papaya Ex alleged that the manager of her YouTube channel was responsible for the complete removal of the film.

She revealed that she dedicated 30 days to the project and was fasting for another upcoming project at the time of the deletion. In her tearful rant, she showcased her channel, highlighting other deleted content, including trailers and uploads related to future projects.

The incident sparked discussions about content ownership and the risks associated with granting third parties full access to digital platforms. The situation was further complicated by the ongoing rivalry between Papaya Ex and another public figure, who mocked her following the incident.