The veteran comedian addresses malicious social media reports, confirming his twenty-five-year marriage remains completely secure while urging fans to report fake news pages.
Veteran Nigerian comedian and Nollywood actor Okechukwu Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has refuted viral marriage breakup rumours.
The fifty-seven-year-old entertainment icon dismissed reports alleging that his twenty-five-year marriage to his wife Ezinne had collapsed.
The controversy erupted after sensational online publications claimed Ezinne filed for divorce fifteen years after relocating abroad with their children.
The false reports further fabricated claims that a doctored video showed the veteran comedian crying over an alleged marital crisis.
Reacting firmly in an official video statement shared across his social media handles, Okey Bakassi strongly debunked the false claims.
He described the viral reports as completely false, deeply malicious, and disrespectful to his immediate family and peaceful union.
“My wife and I are still together, God forbid anything will ever happen to us,” the comedian stated unequivocally.
He criticized irresponsible content creators for inventing fabricated stories without verifying facts with his family or official representatives beforehand.
The actor also refuted false assertions regarding his wife’s career and residence, clarifying that those published details were completely inaccurate.
“One charlatan went on social media and created an article alleging that we have gone our separate ways,” he revealed.
He urged loyal fans, family members, and well-wishers to disregard the baseless rumors and report malicious accounts spreading misinformation.
The legendary entertainer emphasized that his family remains intact, firmly grounded in faith, and completely protected from negative external distractions.
Okey Bakassi and Ezinne married on September first, two thousand and one, and recently celebrated their silver jubilee anniversary.
Their enduring union, which has produced three children, remains widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s most stable celebrity marriages.
Beyond his successful comedy and acting career, Okey Bakassi serves as the traditional ruler of Umuihuocha Autonomous Community in Imo.
He recently spoke publicly about balancing his traditional leadership responsibilities alongside his ongoing professional artistic engagements across Nigeria.
Supporters and industry colleagues quickly flooded his comment section, expressing relief and condemning the relentless spread of celebrity fake news.
Media commentators noted that malicious social media blogging regularly targets prominent figures with unverified claims designed to generate cheap traffic.
Okey Bakassi expressed sincere gratitude to genuine fans whose immediate concern highlighted authentic love and solidarity toward his family.
He reaffirmed his commitment to protecting his household while continuing to entertain audiences across global stage and screen platforms.
The veteran comedian’s swift, direct response successfully silenced false narratives, reassuring fans of his marriage’s enduring strength and stability.







