By Akinwale Kasali
The sad tale that befell veteran Tennis Player, Roger Federer and Cameroon Footballer, Geremi Njitap, presently seems the lot of Super Eagles striker, Kayode Olanrewaju.
According to the player, the three sons he thought were his actually belong to Pastor Tobi Adegboyega who, he alleges his wife, Dora Ezinne, is having a secret affair with.
The former Golden Eaglets and Flying Eagles player who formerly plied his trade with Manchester City Football is currently facing a devastating personal crisis that could see him lose almost everything he has worked for throughout his career.
Investigations revealed, claims Kayode, that he is not the biological father of the three children he believed were his during his embattled marriage to his wife, Dora Ezinne Kayode.
Kayode claims that he was defrauded by Ezinne as she also lied about her age, and allegedly committed adultery with Pastor Adegboyega.
According to Kayode, his wife is seven years older than she initially claimed, a deception that has deeply shaken him. Kayode revealed he attempted suicide three times, and his performance on the pitch became nothing to write home about.
The most shocking aspect of the betrayal, he said, involves alleged infidelity with Pastor Adegboyega, a prominent figure known for his charismatic leadership.
Kayode also alleged that his estranged stole his two Mercedes SUVs to finance the Pastor’s lifestyle, and abducted their three sons.
Kayode’s career, which saw him rise to international prominence, is now overshadowed by this personal turmoil.
The footballer, who has represented Nigeria on various international stages and played for clubs across Europe, is reportedly in a state of shock and emotional distress as he grapples with these revelations.
Friends and close associates of Kayode have expressed their support, but the footballer himself is said to be devastated. “It’s a complete betrayal,” one close friend commented. “Kayode gave his all to his family, and to find out that everything he believed in was built on lies is heart-wrenching.”
Legal experts suggest that the fallout from these revelations could have significant financial and custodial implications for Kayode. If it is proven that he is not the biological father of the children, he could face a complicated legal battle over custody and support, potentially losing a substantial portion of his wealth and assets accumulated over his football career.
Kayode has reportedly sought legal advice and is considering his options.”He is determined to get to the bottom of this,” a source close to the situation revealed. “He wants to know the truth and ensure that justice is served.”
However, Ezinne has debunked Kayode over the paternity of the children – Jason, Jayden Jaminde. He called the footballer a mad man, and not only demanded for the possession of the DNA results, but the name of the hospital and those who conducted the DNA.
She said her marriage to Kayode in the past couple of years has been hell on earth, and she has an advice for any woman in her type of marriage: “You are not stuck. Run away, and pray that God sends you a helper as he sent to me.”
She is also demanding the immediate issuance of a disclaimer, and said she had to finally toe that path after Kayode’s claim about their children’s paternity went viral on various social media platforms.
In a letter from her legal representatives to her estranged husband dated May 24, 2024, titled: ‘Re: Dissemination of false allegations concerning purported DNA test results of the three children of marriage’ and addressed to Kayode at 14, Tulip Road, Peacock Beach Estate, Lekki, Lagos, her legal team wrote:
“It has come to our Client’s attention that since May 24, 2024, various blogs and online platforms have been disseminating salacious stories about alleging results of a DNA reveal that none of the three children born during your marriage to our client belong to you.
“This scandalous and defaming story has spread rapidly, causing severe embarrassment to our client and children. Our client has reason to believe that these baseless, humiliating allegations were contrived and strategically planted by you across various media outlets with the malicious intent of tarnishing her reputation and causing irreparable harm to innocent children.”
A devastated Ezinne wrote: “Honestly, I am so tired of this man’s nonsense, and it has to stop now. I knew he was not mentally stable when he pulled out a knife on me some months ago, but to go as far as ruining the lives of innocent kids is way too far. Kayode, I didn’t think you would go that low.
“I have kept quiet on all the rumours you have been spreading because they are baseless, childish, and false. But do you include innocent children? No, now I must speak.
“I have never sold any of my properties or cars and given the proceeds to any Pastor, Bishop, or Imam in this world. In fact, all the rumours this mentally disturbed young man, Kayode, is sharing online are all false.”
She described herself as a fierce queen, strong, unstoppable, exuding power, and elegant. She wrote in the third post on Friday, “Olarenwaju Ayobami Kayode, my silence is enough. Don’t ever drag my kids into your web of lies. I urge you to provide the result of the DNA to the public and the hospital where it was conducted, as we are willing to give you the DNA. You traumatised my kids by detaining us in DSS custody.”
