Reality television star and social media personality Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, drew widespread attention online after reportedly being denied entry to the birthday party of Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, Imisi, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
A video of the incident, which has gone viral on social media, shows Phyna visibly upset outside the venue. She said she was stopped by event organisers and security personnel after refusing to discontinue a live broadcast she was streaming for her fans.
According to Phyna, the organisers maintained that cameras and filming were prohibited inside the party venue and asked her to put away her device before gaining entry. She questioned the fairness of the directive, describing it as unnecessary and suggesting it was selectively enforced.
In the footage, Phyna expressed frustration over what she perceived as double standards, asking: “If na Speed or Peller come here, una go tell dem make dem drop camera?” She said the situation left her embarrassed and disappointed, stressing that her intention was simply to celebrate and support Imisi.
Security officials, however, maintained that the rule applied to all attendees and that filming was strictly prohibited inside the venue.
The incident has sparked divided reactions online, with some fans criticising the organisers for perceived unfair treatment, while others defended the enforcement of private event rules regardless of celebrity status. As of now, neither Imisi nor the event organisers have issued an official statement on the matter.
