Veteran actor Olaiya Igwe has revealed that disappointing gospel singer Tope Alabi on her wedding day was his greatest regret.
The incident occurred years ago when Igwe reneged on his promise to lend his newly purchased car to Tope Alabi and her husband for their wedding, citing concerns about the car’s safety after a recent robbery incident.
He said: “What hurt me most and still hurting me is what I did to my younger sister, singer Tope Alabi. She informed me about her wedding, and I just bought a car ‘V boot’ at that time. It was when I did ‘Ololade Mr Money’ movie and before I collected the plate number, I had already inscribed Ololade Mr Money 1 on the car.
“So, I went to Ibadan in Oyo State to show one of my films, and my car was stolen from me by robbers but it was later recovered the following day after the news has circulated on radio stations and other platforms. When I returned from Ibadan, Tope Alabi came to my house in Abeokuta and said big brother please we want to use your car for our wedding and I said no problem.
“But after she left, I had a second thought that what if armed robbers snatched the car from them. I stopped picking her calls a day before the wedding. I didn’t give her the car. I disappointed Tope Alabi. But she now has countless luxury cars, some of which I cannot afford. So, up till today I’m still in pain that I offended Tope Alabi. I once sought her forgiveness during one of our professional meetings in Ogun State. My greatest regret is disappointing Tope Alabi”.
Igwe acknowledged that his actions caused hurt and disappointment to Tope Alabi, and despite seeking forgiveness, he still feels guilt, noting that Tope Alabi has gone on to purchase multiple luxury cars.
Igwe purchased the luxury car after the success of his film Ololade Mr. Money.
