Key points
- Papaya Ex defended Bobrisky on radio and asked for calm. She said people should stop rushing to judge others online.
- The remarks aired on Yanga 89.9 FM and sparked debate. Some fans praised tolerance while others pushed back.
- Clips and posts from the show spread fast across social feeds. The interview has become a hot topic among influencers.
Papaya Ex spoke about Bobrisky (Idris Okuneye) on Yanga 89.9 FM. On December 17, 2025, the interview aired and drew wide attention. Her short comments have since prompted mixed replies online.
The influencer told listeners Bobrisky is ‘just having fun’ for now. She urged critics to check their anger and allow people to evolve. ValidUpdates ran related coverage titled Tacha blasts Lawrence Alabi after arrest.
What she said on air
Papaya Ex framed her take as a call for less online hate. She said people should view actions as part of content and play. The remark echoes wider talks about free speech and respect.
Some fans backed her call for calm and less shaming. Other voices criticised the view and said personal choices matter more. For more context see ValidUpdates piece Jesse Jagz slams Davido following record-breaking Twitch stream with Carter Efe.
Clips from the radio show spread fast on reels and feeds. Many commentary posts quoted her line about Bobrisky changing later. The exchange has kept the topic alive across social threads.
Papaya Ex rose to fame with short skits and viral clips on social apps. The new Nollywood role has lifted her profile further. Her rise has made her views wider shared among young fans.
Bobrisky has for years split views with bold posts and stunts. The social media star often makes headlines for his looks and events. Many of those past headlines are part of the current dispute.
The radio host played short clips and asked quick follow up questions. Papaya Ex kept her answers brief and clear during the show. The host moved the talk along with other items on the schedule.
Public reaction and debate
Supporters praised her push for tolerance and kinder talk. Critics called the view naive and said consequences can be real. Public threads kept citing past Bobrisky stories to make points.
Media outlets reposted clips and added fresh takes on the quote. Some posts linked the talk to larger debates on expression and work. ValidUpdates readers have joined the chat with varied views and polls.
Papaya Ex has moved on to new projects since the interview. Papaya Ex is due to appear in a new Nollywood film this season. Her agents did not reply to a request for comment by press time.
Many fans used comment threads to back Papaya Ex. Those fans praised her call for kinder talk and more care. The show sparked hashtag threads on the day of the clip.
Other users said public figures must be careful with choice and word. They argued that actions by big names can shape young minds. Those users asked for clear limits on what is shared online.
Influencers and creators watched the debate and added their views in posts. Some said content can be playful and still be safe for fans. Others asked for more thought before posting bold acts that attract headlines.
On December 17, 2025 the exchange added another layer to the public debate. Papaya Ex gave a brief defence of a bold public figure. The talk is likely to resurface as new clips reach more feeds.
