Nigerian Striker Olarenwaju Kayode Files for Divorce, Seeks N1 Billion in Damages from UK Pastor
Nigerian footballer Olarenwaju Kayode has filed for divorce from his wife, Ezinne, and is demanding N1 billion in damages from UK-based pastor Tobi Adegboyega. The suit, filed in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja, claims the marriage has irretrievably broken down. Kayode, based in Turkey, is also seeking custody of their three children.
Kayode accuses Pastor Adegboyega of causing him emotional trauma, financial loss, and loss of goodwill through an alleged affair with Ezinne. The former Manchester City striker has been embroiled in a marital dispute with his wife over infidelity allegations and other issues. Kayode also claims Ezinne plans to take over his landed properties, leading to legal action from both parties.
Ezinne's suit, dated March 20, 2024, accuses Kayode of making unfounded allegations of infidelity and witchcraft against her and her mother. She also alleges that Kayode damaged her phone and threatened her with a knife during a fight.
In his cross-petition, Kayode alleges Ezinne's repeated adultery since their marriage in 2013 and claims she kidnapped their children, who were later rescued by the Department of State Services (DSS). He also accuses Ezinne of undermining their joint business ventures to ruin him financially.
Kayode's reliefs include:
- Dissolution of the marriage on grounds of irretrievable breakdown.
- Custody of the children with visitation rights for Ezinne.
- N1 billion in damages from Pastor Adegboyega for the emotional trauma, financial loss, and loss of goodwill caused by the alleged affair.
The court has adjourned the hearing until September 24, 2024.