Reality TV star and BBNaija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has finally spoken out following the viral footage of an altercation that allegedly took place at a hotel in Abuja, clarifying that the circulating video does not show the full truth of what happened.
The reality star, known for her outspoken personality, took to her Instagram story to set the record straight. According to her, the viral clip was deliberately edited to portray her as the aggressor who was beaten up during the fight. Phyna claimed that she was attacked from behind by a group of people who ambushed her as she was leaving the hotel premises.
She wrote:
“Who I beat dey hospital, dem carry touts come fight and people to record. I was attacked from behind on my way out, dem even crop the video just to twist story say dem beat me. Make una rest! The girl wey I beat never even regain consciousness. Una dey mad! Pray for me make who I beat no die abeg.”
Phyna further alleged that the altercation was premeditated, claiming that the other party intentionally brought along thugs and people to record the encounter in order to tarnish her image online. Despite the heated tone of her message, she also called for prayers, expressing concern for the girl who was reportedly hospitalized after the incident.
She added that she has always tried to stay out of controversy but that the incident caught her off guard. According to Phyna, people are quick to judge based on short, edited clips without understanding the events that led up to them.
The incident has since generated massive reactions on social media, with fans and critics taking sides. While some of her supporters defended her, insisting she acted in self-defense, others condemned the public display of violence, urging her to exercise restraint as a public figure and brand ambassador.
Reactions on social media
Online users have flooded the comment sections across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook with mixed opinions. Some applauded Phyna for standing up for herself, while others criticized her for allowing herself to be drawn into another physical altercation despite her celebrity status.
Meanwhile, the hotel management and local authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the fight. However, social media users have continued to demand a full video to uncover what truly transpired that night.
As the drama continues to unfold, Phyna has maintained her stance that she was a victim of setup and manipulation. Fans and the general public are eagerly waiting to see how the matter develops, with many calling for peace and understanding amid the growing online controversy.