Solade, in a recent interview, expressed regret over the altercation, saying he had also spoken with industry colleagues about the matter. His remarks were widely viewed as an attempt to reconcile and put the long-standing episode behind them.
Speaking on the African A-List Podcast, Afeez Owo welcomed the apology and described Solade as a senior colleague deserving of respect. “After seeing his apology, I let go of the incident. Even if he did not apologize, he is not at fault because it is like when an elder brother beat his younger brother. Even if the older one is at fault, the younger brother will be asked to apologize to the senior,” he said.
Recalling the circumstances of the clash, Afeez explained that he was serving as a production manager at the time and was responsible for ensuring the welfare of both cast and crew. “When we were leaving the Ibadan location to another location at a Fulani resettlements area, I informed everybody to tell me their needs so that I can buy them along. But it seems Uncle Solade didn’t understand me too well and slapped me when he was hungry,” he recounted.
By publicly accepting Solade’s apology, Afeez Owo has signaled that the long-standing rift has been settled, underscoring the importance of reconciliation and mutual respect in Nollywood’s close-knit creative community.