Drama unfolded during the burial of late Yoruba gospel singer Omije Ojumi (real name Bunmi Akinnanu Adeoye) on Wednesday when a man claiming to be the biological father of her children made an emotional phone call that stunned mourners.

In a now-viral video from the ceremony—where attendees dressed in white paid their final respects—the call came as the family gathered for the rites. The man reportedly stated he wanted to pay his last respects to the deceased before speaking to the children.

Putting the phone on speaker via a family member (as the daughter did not take the call directly), he introduced himself as their father and alleged long-term denial of access by their late mother.

In his words, heard clearly in the footage: “I’m your daddy and I’ve been looking for you. If you remember, I called your school years back when you were at Front Liner. I spoke to you through the school line and told you not to tell your mummy because she wouldn’t allow me talk to you. I don’t know how she found out, but she took police to arrest all the teachers in the school.”

Emotions ran high as the call played out, leaving some mourners visibly uncomfortable during the sensitive moment. The situation has since sparked intense online discussions, with many questioning the timing of the revelation, while others expressed sympathy for the children caught in the family drama.

Omije Ojumi, who passed away after a prolonged illness, was laid to rest amid tears, heartfelt tributes, songs, and celebrations of her life, music career, and sacrifices as a mother. The burial followed earlier cancellations and family resolutions, with her children delivering moving moments like Bible readings and performances in her honor.