Nollywood film producer and marketer Kazim Adeoti has publicly addressed the rift with his first wife, Olufunsho Adeoti, following his absence from her highly publicized 50th birthday celebration in the United States.
The extravagant event sparked online reactions, with many netizens criticizing Kazim for his perceived lack of support and for marrying a second wife. In light of the backlash, Kazim took to Instagram to clarify his position regarding his relationship with Olufunsho.
In his statement, Kazim expressed his disappointment at being excluded from the birthday festivities, revealing that Olufunsho specifically requested he not attend. He emphasized his ongoing support for her and acknowledged their cordial relationship.
Kazim shared,
This is to address the recent media comments surrounding Mrs. Olufunsho Adeoti’s 50th birthday celebration held in the US last weekend. For the avoidance of doubt, the celebrant spoke about her plan for her 50th birthday party and how she wished to celebrate it. She wanted a party but shockingly she specifically said I should not attend. I asked her again to be sure in the presence of our children and to everybody’s surprise, her response was consistent—she said NO. That was her wish, and I would not want to be embarrassed by attending a party that the celebrant asked me not to attend, so I stayed back in Nigeria.”
He continued,
Regardless of how painful her position was to me, I ensured that I supported her morally and financially toward the success of the party. I also informed and ensured some of our families and friends in the USA honored her big day. As I always do, I wish her a happy birthday offline, and she acknowledged pleasantly.”
Kazim reaffirmed Olufunsho’s importance in his life, particularly as the mother of their four children. He appealed to the public to refrain from making unfounded and distorted comments about his family, stating, “Social media is not real life.”
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