Big Brother Naija reality star Adekunle Olopade has triggered massive online reactions after asking actress Annie Macaulay an unexpected question during the 2026 AFRIMA Awards.
The moment happened at the prestigious ceremony held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, where Adekunle and Annie were on stage to present the award for Best Male Artist. While addressing the audience, Adekunle suddenly turned to Annie and asked if she was currently single.
Caught slightly off-guard, Annie responded with a playful compliment, describing him as a handsome young man, while Adekunle jokingly said he wanted to be sure no one would rush the stage to confront him. Annie replied that he was safe.
The light-hearted exchange quickly went viral online, with many viewers interpreting the moment in different ways. While some felt Adekunle was simply joking, others believed the question was awkward and unnecessary given Annie’s highly publicized separation.
Social media users flooded comment sections with mixed reactions. Some said Annie still appeared emotionally tied to her past relationship, while others criticised Adekunle for putting her in an uncomfortable position on a live stage.
Annie’s relationship status has been under intense public attention since her split from music legend 2Baba (Innocent Idibia) last year. The singer has since moved on with Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, while Annie has been focused on rebuilding her life.
At recent award shows, Annie has publicly embraced her independence. At the Headies, she introduced herself as Annie Macaulay, stating clearly that she is now single. She has also described her children as her strongest support system.
Since her return to social media, the actress has wiped her Instagram page clean and shared reflective posts about healing, growth and self-worth. She has also revealed that in her next relationship, she wants peace, partnership, and emotional growth — not just romance.
The viral moment with Adekunle has now added another layer to her public journey, showing how closely fans continue to follow her post-marriage chapter.