Okey Bakassi Breaks Silence on Divorce Rumours, Calls Them Disrespectful to His Family

Nigerian comedian and Nollywood actor Okey Bakassi has dismissed reports claiming that his marriage has collapsed, describing the allegation as fake news intended to disrespect his family.

Rumours circulated online over the weekend suggesting that the entertainer had separated from his wife after years of marriage.

The report alleged that his wife relocated to the United States to study nursing while he remained in Nigeria, supporting her education financially for 15 years before she allegedly requested a divorce.

Reacting in a video shared on his social media accounts, Bakassi expressed displeasure over the publication, saying it had caused unnecessary concern among his loved ones and supporters.

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According to the actor, friends, family members and fans from different parts of the world had contacted him and his wife to verify the claims.

He insisted that their marriage remained intact and stressed that his wife and children were central to his life.

Bakassi said the false report emerged while he was on a movie set working with colleagues.

He also reminded the public that he and his wife had recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.

The comedian urged his supporters not to believe unverified information circulating online about his family.

His response has brought attention to the dangers of spreading false reports about public figures and their private lives.

Bakassi maintained that he and his wife remain together, dismissing the rumours as baseless.