A royal controversy has erupted as Princess Adeyemi Adebisi Aminat, daughter of the late Alaafin of Oyo, launched serious allegations against former queen Dami, questioning the legitimacy of her child’s paternity and accusing her of acquiring the child through dubious means in Port Harcourt.
The dramatic confrontation unfolded through a series of explosive Instagram stories where Princess Adebisi pointed out the irony of Queen Dami’s recent behavior. “Dammy you are insulting someone that they don’t know the father of their child. Do you know the father of your own child?” the princess challenged, before dropping the bombshell allegation about the child’s origins.
Princess Adebisi’s intervention carries significant weight given her status as a royal daughter and her claim to possess concrete evidence, including blood tests conducted before the late king’s passing. Her stern warning, “The Alaafin’s throne is not to be rubbished. Don’t play with me,” underscores the gravity of the situation and hints at the palace’s growing frustration with the former queen’s public behavior.
The controversy adds another layer to Queen Dami’s already complicated history with the royal household. Her marriage to the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyeye, ended under controversial circumstances when she allegedly violated palace protocols, forcing her sudden departure from the royal residence. Though she later attributed her actions to frustration and misguided counsel from friends, the relationship with the monarch remained fractured until his death.
What makes this situation particularly intriguing is the timing of these revelations, coming after Queen Dami’s very public relationship with controversial singer Portable. Their romance became official in 2023, with Portable carefully noting in interviews that their relationship began only after the monarch’s passing, emphasizing that Queen Dami was merely a fan during her marriage to the late king.
The relationship between Queen Dami and Portable reached a public milestone when she made a Valentine’s Day declaration on Instagram, proclaiming her deep affection for the singer. However, this public display of moving on appears to have struck a nerve within the royal family, potentially triggering Princess Adebisi’s decision to speak out.
Princess Adebisi’s statement that “The fact that we are not talking doesn’t mean we don’t know what to say” suggests that the palace has been maintaining a dignified silence despite possessing potentially damaging information. Her decision to break this silence indicates the severity of the situation and the royal family’s determination to protect their legacy.
The princess’s direct challenge to “Go and give the child to the rightful owner” raises serious questions about the child’s true parentage and the circumstances surrounding their birth. These allegations, if proven true, could have far-reaching implications for both Queen Dami’s reputation and any claims associated with her former position as a royal wife.
This controversy highlights the complex intersections of traditional monarchy, modern social media, and personal relationships in contemporary Nigerian society. The use of Instagram as a platform for these revelations demonstrates how royal disputes that would have once remained behind palace walls now play out in the public sphere, subject to widespread scrutiny and commentary.
The situation also underscores the enduring importance of lineage and legitimacy in Nigerian royal households, where questions of paternity and heritage carry significant social and cultural weight. Princess Adebisi’s intervention serves as a reminder that despite modernization, traditional institutions still command respect and maintain their own systems of accountability.
As this royal drama continues to unfold, observers await Queen Dami’s response to these serious allegations. The controversy has captivated public attention not only for its sensational nature but also for its potential implications on the dignity and reputation of one of Nigeria’s most revered traditional institutions, the Alaafin’s throne.
The coming days may reveal whether these allegations will lead to formal investigations or remain in the realm of social media controversy, but one thing is clear: the royal family appears prepared to defend its honor and legacy against any perceived threats to its dignity.
