The unfolding story surrounding Nigerian singer Asake and his father has taken numerous twists, drawing in former managers, family members, and fans alike. Recent developments have seen Asake's former manager, Tunde Phoenix, wading into the controversy, while another individual, Segun Ben-Ajayi, has offered a different perspective on the singer's upbringing and relationship with his father.

Tunde Phoenix's Allegations and Plans

Tunde Phoenix, Asake's former manager, has made several claims via his Instagram account regarding Asake's character and his handling of his father's health issues. According to Phoenix, Asake has a history of abandoning those who have helped him. He criticized Asake for allegedly neglecting his ailing father, especially given the singer's current success. Phoenix emphasized that Asake should not emulate any negative behavior he might have experienced from his father and urged him to provide support.

Phoenix also announced plans to locate Asake's father and initiate a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for his medical care, expressing his willingness to do what Asake has not. Furthermore, he threatened to facilitate an interview with Asake's father to reveal details unknown to the public. Phoenix advised Asake to hire a public relations expert to address the scandal, threatening to release a statement himself if Asake fails to do so.

Social Media Reactions to Phoenix's Post

Fans have reacted diversely to Tunde Phoenix's statements. Some users, like @iamtplay, cautioned against blackmailing Asake and suggested that if the father had been neglectful, he should seek divine mercy rather than rely on Asake's help. Others criticized Phoenix, with comments like @officialcaptainfresh calling him "Mumu man." Some questioned the father's timing, asking why he hadn't reached out sooner, while others distanced themselves from the family's personal issues.

Segun Ben-Ajayi's Account of Asake's Upbringing

Countering the narrative of a deadbeat father, Segun Ben-Ajayi shared on Facebook that Asake's father, Mr. Odunsi Fatai, single-handedly raised Asake from the age of three after his mother left. Ben-Ajayi claimed that Mr. Odunsi Fatai was a dedicated father who even sold his car to fund Asake's education at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU). He noted that Asake now uses his mother's name as his stage name, highlighting the ironic twist of the mother now being his favorite. Ben-Ajayi appealed to the public to support Mr. Odunsi Fatai, emphasizing his sacrifices for his son.

Reactions to Ben-Ajayi's Revelation

Ben-Ajayi's post ignited further reactions. Some netizens criticized Asake for allegedly abandoning his father, while others blamed his mother. Users like @Ogunlade L Ebunoluwa suggested that Asake would face judgment for his actions, regardless of the father's past behavior. @Casmir Ejike Okoli accused Asake of being easily manipulated, and @Abayomi David-Ola Asaolu pointed out the shift in blame from the father to the mother after new evidence surfaced.

Asake's Father's Plea for Help

Adding to the complexity, a video surfaced of Asake's father, Fatai Odunsi, seeking financial assistance due to health struggles. Odunsi claimed he has been suffering from a stroke since 2022 and alleged that Asake has ignored his calls since then. Accompanied by Sonibare, who identified himself as Odunsi's brother, the video appealed to Nigerians for help, stating that they no longer have the financial means to cover medical expenses.

Alleged Chat Between Asake's Parents

Amid the controversy, an alleged chat between Asake's father and mother was leaked online. In the purported conversation, the father was pleading for money to pay his house rent, adding another layer to the already complex situation.

TheCable has reported that Asake has not responded to the allegations.