A heartwarming video featuring estranged Nollywood power couple Saidi Balogun and Fathia Williams has taken social media by storm, igniting wild speculation about a possible reconciliation. The clip, which shows the duo bantering like old times, has fans declaring, “Fight don tire them,” as they flood platforms with memes, well-wishes, and theories about the stars burying the hatchet.
The footage, which surfaced on Instagram and X late Friday, captures Saidi and Fathia in a casual, lighthearted exchange amid a small gathering. In the now-viral moment, Saidi, 55, offers to grab food for his ex-wife, who tragically lost her father last year. Fathia, 48, quips back with a sly remark about preferring cash for fuel instead, prompting Saidi to chuckle and retort that no amount of money would ever fully satisfy her. The playful jab escalates into Fathia turning to him with mock indignation, asking if she looks like someone out begging for handouts, while Saidi watches on with an amused grin. The chemistry is undeniable, harking back to their glory days as one of Nollywood’s most beloved on-screen and off-screen pairs.
The video has racked up over 500,000 views in under 24 hours, with netizens losing their minds over the rare sighting. “Fight don tire dem! This is the reconciliation we’ve been praying for. Saidi and Fathia forever! ❤️” one fan tweeted, while another added, “From beef to banter real quick. Nollywood magic at its finest. #SaidiFathiaReunion.” Some eagle-eyed viewers even pulled up lyrics from legendary Fuji singer Saheed Osupa’s track about the couple reuniting, fueling the romantic hype. Others couldn’t help but point out the irony: Why is Fathia still going by Balogun in some circles, despite her official name change to Williams post-divorce?
Their split in 2016 was nothing short of explosive—a messy public feud involving infidelity allegations, custody battles over their three daughters, and years of shade-throwing that divided the industry. Saidi, known for blockbusters like Omo Gomina, and Fathia, a staple in rom-coms such as Omo Iya Kan, were once Nollywood’s golden duo, sharing not just a marriage but the same birthday on September 28. Fans have long hoped for a truce, especially after glimpses of co-parenting harmony at their kids’ events. This latest clip feels like a full-circle moment, especially with their birthday looming tomorrow.
Neither Saidi nor Fathia has addressed the frenzy directly, but Fathia reposted a fan edit of the video on her Stories with laughing emojis, while Saidi shared a cryptic birthday teaser hinting at “old flames and new beginnings.” Industry insiders whisper that the pair recently collaborated on a low-key project, which might explain the cozy vibe. “It’s all love now—no more drama,” a source close to the family told Pulse News. “They’ve grown, and the kids deserve this peace.”
As the internet erupts in celebration, the video serves as a reminder of Nollywood’s enduring love for redemption arcs. Will this spark an official reunion, or is it just a feel-good blip? One thing’s for sure: Saidi and Fathia’s “fight” has fans more invested than ever.