Ghana’s social media sphere is abuzz with the explosive news of actress Yvonne Nelson’s shocking disclosure regarding her alleged affair with rapper Sarkodie. The actress unveiled these revelations in her newly released book titled ‘I Am Not Yvonne Nelson,’ which was launched at Peduase Lodge in Ghana on Sunday, June 18. In her book, she claims that Sarkodie impregnated her and pressured her into having an abortion.
Within the pages of chapter eight, spanning from pages 88 to 95. Yvonne Nelson candidly opens up about the alleged romantic involvement with Sarkodie. She recounts her experience, stating,
I had gone for a pregnancy test to confirm what becomes the most obvious conclusion for a sexually active young woman who misses her monthly flow. I was in the company of Karen. And when the test result was ready, I wasn’t strong enough to open it. She did and declared the verdict. Charlie, it dey there!”
The actress goes on to explain the emotional turmoil she faced upon receiving the news, as it had the potential to turn her world upside down. Yvonne Nelson then reveals that she reached out to Sarkodie, whose real name is Michael Owusu Addo, a renowned Ghanaian musician, to discuss the situation. She describes their relationship as not being serious at the time but admits to being drawn to him due to his talent and their shared connection in the music industry.
Yvonne Nelson discloses that she made the difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy. As she believed Sarkodie was not ready to take on the responsibility of fatherhood. She shares the pain of her decision, explaining,
The first thing that hit me when he said no to keeping the pregnancy was my own life. I had grown up without a father in my life. I had often been reminded of how I had been borne by mistake.”
Attempting to abort the baby, Yvonne Nelson reveals that she resorted to consuming concoctions recommended by a colleague. Unfortunately, the attempts were unsuccessful, as a subsequent test revealed she was still pregnant. Eventually, she managed to terminate the pregnancy, but she expresses deep regret over the decision. Stating that if given the chance to go back in time, she would have chosen differently.
The actress’s revelations have sparked a wave of discussion and debate among fans and social media users. Many express shock and sympathy for Yvonne Nelson, addressing the importance of consent and responsibility in relationships. As the news spreads across Ghana and beyond, the spotlight turns to Sarkodie for his response to the accusations. The public awaits any statement or clarification from the rapper regarding these serious allegations made by Yvonne Nelson.
The disclosure made in Yvonne Nelson’s book has unveiled a deeply personal and controversial chapter of her life. Shedding light on the complexities of relationships and the difficult choices individuals sometimes face.
