Tensions have erupted among the children of legendary juju musician, Sunday Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade (KSA), over concerns regarding his health and whereabouts.
One of KSA’s daughters, Damilola Esther, took to social media to accuse her step-brother, Dayo, of allegedly holding their father against his will and mishandling his event bookings. She also claimed that Dayo, whom she described as acting as their father’s manager, was exploiting him financially.
In a series of online posts, Damilola questioned her father’s location and wellbeing, stating, “Dad told my brother he wanted to go home. Where is he? Where are his phones? He hasn’t been online or answering his calls. Where is he?”
She further demanded, “I want Dayo apprehended. I want him to account for all the money they have been stealing. He has a UK visa and thinks he can escape.”
Responding in an exclusive interview with Punch Online, Dayo dismissed the allegations, assuring the public that KSA is “hale and hearty.” He clarified that he is not King Sunny Ade’s official manager, but merely assisting him temporarily.
“The claims are false. On Saturday, April 26, my dad performed at a fan’s 60th birthday party in Victoria Island, Lagos. He rehearsed with his band last week and is scheduled to perform in Akure on May 1,” Dayo said.
He added that Damilola, who lives abroad, had recently spoken with their father by phone during Easter, and that tensions arose after she made disparaging remarks about KSA.
“She crossed the line when she spoke ill of dad. You can’t insult our father and expect everything to continue as normal,” Dayo stated.
He also revealed that King Sunny Ade plans to release an official statement on social media within 24 hours to address the concerns and set the record straight.
Clarifying his role, Dayo said, “I am not employed as a manager. I simply help my father with certain tasks because he asked me to. I have my own businesses and I’m not on his payroll.”
He stressed that his support was an act of gratitude toward KSA, who remains passionate about performing, a career that has spanned nearly six decades.
Another son, David, also dismissed Damilola’s claims, affirming that their father is in good health and still actively performing.
“As I’m speaking with you, daddy is fine. He just finished an event. I have proof and evidence to confirm he’s doing well,” David said, adding that he was willing to provide further details to dispel any lingering doubts.
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