In the fast-moving world of social media, where rumours often travel faster than facts, popular Nollywood actress Debbie Shokoya has found herself at the centre of an unexpected claim.
The rumours have linked her to Fuji star Abass Akande Obesere as his daughter. The speculation, which quickly gained traction across blogs and social media platforms, sparked confusion among fans and raised questions about the actress’s background.
But beyond the noise, Shokoya’s response was clear and direct, as she moved to set the record straight and reclaim her own narrative in the face of yet another viral misconception.
The claim linking Debbie Shokoya to Abass Akande Obesere did not originate from any confirmed interview or statement, but from a wave of misleading posts that surfaced online over the weekend. The rumour alleged that the actress had supposedly revealed that the Fuji star was her biological father, even suggesting she had kept the information private for years before speaking out.
The post which reportedly originated on Facebook, quickly spiralled across blogs and social media platforms, amplified by sensationalism headlines and unverified claims.
As the narrative gained momentum, it reached a wider audience and drew reactions from fans who questioned its authenticity in the actress’s DM and comment section.
What Debbie Shokoya Actually Said
Amid the growing speculation, Debbie Shokoya addressed the claims directly in a video shared on her Instagram page, firmly distancing herself from the narrative linking her to Abass Akande Obesere.
Clearly frustrated by how widely the rumour had spread, the actress made it unequivocal that she has no personal or familial connection to the Fuji star.
“It is not funny anymore; the news is everywhere. I have never met Obesere before…”
She went further to challenge the basis of the claim, questioning how such a story could gain traction without verification.
“Don’t I look like my father? Am I not my biological father’s replica?”
Dismissing the reports as entirely false, Shokoya stressed that she never made any of the statements being attributed to her and urged the public to disregard them.
“Obesere is not my biological father. Please stop spreading fake news.”
Beyond the denial, she also called out bloggers and netizens for amplifying unverified information, urging them to give her clarification the same visibility as the original claim.
Who Debbie Shokoya Is
Debbie Shokoya, born Deborah Ajijolajesu Shokoya, is a well-known Nollywood actress, producer, and entrepreneur with a strong presence in the Yoruba film industry. She rose to prominence after her breakout role as “Fatty Abebelube” in Aye Loja, which brought her wider recognition among audiences.
She studied Public Administration at the Polytechnic Ibadan and began her acting career in 2012, steadily building a name for herself through appearances in films and television projects such as Tales of Eve, So Wrong So Wright, and Ijakumo. Beyond acting, she has expanded her reach in the media space with her YouTube platform, Debbie Show TV, where she shares lifestyle content and premieres films. Her talent has earned her industry recognition, including the City People Movie Award for Best New Actress of the Year (Yoruba).
On the personal front, she is married and welcomed her daughter, Khairat Ayokunmi Ejalonibu, in late 2024, a moment she described as especially meaningful following an earlier pregnancy loss. She also made headlines in late 2025 after openly speaking about her transition from Christianity to Islam.
Who Obesere Is
Abass Akande Obesere is a veteran Nigerian Fuji musician, widely known by his stage name Obesere and nicknames such as “Omo Rapala.” Born in Ibadan, Oyo State, he rose to prominence through his distinctive style, characterised by bold lyrics and the use of street slang, which helped shape modern Fuji music.
With a career spanning decades, Obesere has remained a notable figure in Nigeria’s music scene, contributing to the global spread of Fuji, a genre rooted in Yoruba musical traditions and known for its energetic rhythms and call-and-response style.
His long-standing presence in the industry, as well as his larger-than-life persona, is part of what made the rumour linking him to Shokoya particularly attention-grabbing, despite the lack of any prior public connection between them.
Conclusion
In the end, the rumour linking Debbie Shokoya to Abass Akande Obesere proved to be yet another case of viral misinformation. Despite its rapid spread, a single, direct response was enough to dismantle the narrative.
But the episode also underscores a larger reality, that in today’s digital space, speculation can easily pass for truth, and public figures are often left to correct stories they never told.
