Toyin Abraham Accuses Cinemas of Swapping Tickets and Falsely Claiming Oversabi Aunty Is Sold Out
Toyin Abraham went live on Instagram to voice her frustration with how some cinemas are handling her movie Oversabi Aunty. She claimed that certain cinemas are telling audiences the film is sold out even when tickets are still available, and that some tickets are being swapped, preventing people from watching her movie and cutting into her earnings despite her efforts in producing and promoting it. She urged moviegoers to be vigilant and insist on receiving tickets for the correct screening, advising them to check tickets in the presence of cinema staff. She said: “They’ll give you another ticket and say it’s a mistake. They will take you to another hall to watch a different film. Please, when they give you that, tell them no, you want Oversabi Aunty. I have a lot of evidence, but many are afraid to speak up because of bullying. Some cinemas are crazy — they give one person 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. shows. How can the film make money? I produced a good movie, directed it, did publicity, and yet we are given inconvenient showtimes.” Toyin highlighted that the early morning and late-night showtimes make it difficult for audiences to attend, limiting both viewership and revenue. She called on the public and cinema staff to ensure her movie is treated fairly. Her live session has sparked discussions online, with some viewers sharing similar experiences while others are calling for cinemas to clarify their ticketing practices. Toyin Abraham Calls Out Cinemas Over “Oversabi Aunty” Ticket Sales https://t.co/ChLmWOudns pic.twitter.com/55LWDIdIAI — Vampz (@Hybrid_Ola) December 26, 2025