The family of Afrobeats superstar, Asake, has finally spoken out regarding the ongoing controversy surrounding the singer and his father, Fatai Odunsin. The family issued a public appeal, addressing concerns that have stirred discussions online.
Notably, Asake has been in the headlines after a viral video surfaced showing his father making a heartfelt appeal for financial assistance while battling a severe health condition, reportedly a stroke.
However, the controversy deepened when Asake responded in a video posted on TikTok, further fueling mixed reactions from fans and critics alike. While some defended the singer, others questioned his relationship with his father and family.
In a new twist, Asake’s family has now broken their silence, making serious accusations against him. They alleged that he has not only neglected his father’s well-being but has also abandoned his babymama and his alleged 11-year-old daughter, Zinat.
The family urged the singer to step up and take full responsibility for his father’s medical care. Additionally, they expressed their willingness to conduct a DNA test to confirm Asake’s paternity over Zinat, emphasizing that they believe he should acknowledge and support the child.
The ongoing controversy has sparked heated debates online, with fans and social media users divided over the issue. While some sympathize with the family’s plea, others argue that Asake has the right to choose how he manages his personal affairs.
Check out reactions from netizens below…
Bet Leads remarked, “Out of nowhere, everyone is suddenly coming forward. If this guy wasn’t rich today, nobody would be speaking up about this online.”
“And secondly, nobody has asked Asake for his side of the story. You don’t know if he has tried to help before.”
Mr. Yems asserted, “Family entitlement! How did this matter even get to the media? It’s not even his direct family pushing it the most; outsiders are the ones escalating it.”
Bayo Bets wrote, “Look at how this video reeks of emotional blackmail. They even had to bring the babymama into it just to gain public sympathy. This is all just too much.”
Faroq wrote, “The confidence in that lady’s voice is too much. She outright said, ‘Yes, come and do a DNA test, I’m ready.’ This confidence alone means Asake is the father. No one can tell me otherwise. 😂 If not that VDM is busy with Mercy Chinwo’s issue, he would have turned on his ring light by now. 😂😂😂”
Watch the video below…
Breaking News: “Asake, always remember that your father will always be your father. Come and take care of your father. Also, your 11-year-old daughter and your babymama need you. Even if the whole of Nigeria donates N1 billion to Asake’s father, the N1 million Asake donates will mean more to him…” pic.twitter.com/uMo48d7Dna
— Gossip Mill Nigeria (@GossipMillNaija) March 14, 2025