Popular Nigerian socialite and businessman, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, has filed a defamation lawsuit against a Kenyan woman, Hellen Ati, who claims to be his baby mama.
The lawsuit was filed in Kenya, where Hellen resides, and comes months after she publicly accused the celebrity barman of abandoning their alleged two-year-old son.
Background of the allegation
The controversy began six months ago when Hellen took to social media to accuse Cubana Chief Priest of fathering her child. In a video that quickly went viral, she claimed that a brief romantic affair with him in April 2022 resulted in her pregnancy. She further alleged that her attempts to contact him after the child’s birth were unsuccessful.
According to Hellen, the businessman cut off all communication by blocking her on all platforms. She said she tried to reach him to discuss the child’s welfare, but he never responded.
Cubana Chief Priest denies allegations
In response to the accusations, Cubana Chief Priest firmly denied having any relationship with Hellen. He stated that he had never met her and dismissed her claims as false and damaging to his reputation.
The businessman, known for his association with celebrities and nightlife events, maintained his innocence and refused to engage further with the claims.
Call for DNA test ignored
After his denial, Helen publicly demanded a paternity test to confirm her claims. However, her request has so far been met with silence. The lack of response only intensified the online drama, with many social media users demanding clarity from both parties.
Hellen remained outspoken, frequently posting videos and statements on her social media pages. She insisted that her only demand was a DNA test and that she had not intended to defame him.
Defamation suit filed in Kenya
On Tuesday, a Nigerian legal expert based in Kenya, known online as DPA Family Clinic, shared a Facebook post revealing that a defamation lawsuit had been filed against Hellen by Cubana Chief Priest. The lawyer published images of official court documents, confirming that legal proceedings had commenced.
The lawsuit accuses Hellen of spreading false and damaging statements that have harmed the reputation of the Nigerian businessman.
Helen responds to lawsuit
Reacting to the suit, Hellen released another video on Instagram, strongly criticising the move. She said Cubana was trying to intimidate her with legal threats instead of proving his innocence through a DNA test.
“Pascal thinks he can sue, right?” she said. “You know deep down, you should be in jail by now. Yet you have the audacity to sue me? After all these years of asking you to clear your name with a paternity test?”
She went on to accuse the Nigerian justice system of being influenced by money and warned that things would be different in Kenya.
“This is Kenya, my country. Not Nigeria, where you believe you can buy lawyers or pay hospitals to alter DNA results. I didn’t defame you. All I’ve done is ask you to take a DNA test. You refused. I won’t be silenced by this lawsuit. I will keep speaking out until you do the right thing,” she added.
Public reaction and next steps
The case has continued to draw attention across social media platforms, with opinions divided. Some have criticised Hellen for going public without proof, while others have urged Cubana Chief Priest to agree to a DNA test to settle the matter.
Legal analysts in Kenya say the case could take time to resolve, especially as it involves a foreign national. They also note that a court could potentially order a DNA test if it becomes central to the defamation claim.
For now, both parties remain firm in their positions, Helen demanding proof of paternity, and Cubana Chief Priest seeking justice through the courts.
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