It’s drama season in the Asake household, and the internet is eating it up! A throwback video of the buzzing Nigerian music star spoiling his pops, Fatai Odunsi (aka Malo), with a brand-new ride and a swanky house in 2023 has resurfaced, shaking the table on the whole ‘abandonment’ wahala.
The streets went crazy when Malo publicly dragged Asake, accusing him of turning his back on family despite swimming in fame and fortune. A video of Malo crying out for help had fans clutching their pearls, slamming the singer for allegedly ghosting his father.
But hold up—plot twist! A fresh clip just popped up, showing Malo basking in the joy of his gifts, surrounded by hyped-up well-wishers. Yep, Asake had actually copped his dad a house and a car way back in 2023! So, what’s really going on here? Misunderstanding, manipulation, or just another episode of ‘when family drama meets social media’?
The clip, shared by popular music blog TooXclusive, came with the caption: “Asake apparently never abandoned his father. It was reported that he even bought him a car and a house as far back as 2023 when he blew up as an artist. Hmmmm.”
Of course, social media detectives wasted no time dissecting the situation. Asake has since stepped forward, confirming Malo is indeed his father but shutting down the claims of neglect. He insists he’s been sending financial support, despite the noise online.
Twitter and Instagram streets have been on fire with mixed reactions. While some are riding for Asake, others are giving Malo the side-eye.
@ewaanufoods: “Some fathers have extreme entitlement mentality… they will drain you with demands all in the name of ‘I raised you.’ Parents’ responsibility is a must, but kids taking care of them is a blessing.”
@i_am_bemiatbukola: “Why would you let people gaslight you into calling out your son? Parenting is an obligation, not an investment. Taking care of you should be his choice.”
@djspectreng: “Instagram can ruin a lifetime relationship in one viral post. This clip clearly shows Asake didn’t abandon his dad. Maybe pops just didn’t manage the money well.”
@famoriyotemitope: “Baba don go use money carry woman and squander everything, now he dey cry.”
