
By Milcah tanimu
In an exclusive ‘tell-all’ interview that created ripples in the Nigerian media landscape, Biola Ayeni, a barrister and fashion entrepreneur, and the esteemed wife of former Skye Bank Chairman, Tunde Ayeni, bravely shared her experiences of being married to a successful man. The interview shed light on the challenges and triumphs that come with such a high-profile marriage, striking a chord with many women facing similar situations.
During the candid conversation with respected Nigerian journalist, Lanre Alfred, Biola Ayeni fearlessly confronted a certain Abuja-based lawyer, who had been the subject of unfavorable press for allegedly having a child with her husband, Tunde Ayeni. The media had been abuzz with reports of their alleged relationship since January 2023, generating sensational headlines and controversies.
The interview exposed the lawyer as a ‘liar’ and ‘gold digger,’ with her past controversies adding fuel to the fire. Biola Ayeni firmly asserted that the child in question did not belong to her husband and emphasized that a child does not serve as a marriage certificate.
The fallout of the interview left the lawyer distressed, and her once-confident demeanor was now replaced by tears and shadows. The revelation and revelations in Biola Ayeni’s interview reaffirmed her husband’s previous statement where he described media reports linking him to the lawyer as sensationalism and a mistake.
The interview also dispelled several false claims, such as Tunde Ayeni buying a house or a G-Wagon for the lawyer. The relationship between Ayeni and the lawyer had ended, and he had cut off all communication ties with her.
Gossip around Abuja social circles hinted at a possible DNA test, but details remained sketchy. Regardless, the lawyer continued to use Ayeni’s name to validate herself, and her motives came under scrutiny.
In her interview, Biola Ayeni offered valuable advice to young Nigerian women, urging them to marry their true friends and support their husbands prayerfully. She emphasized the importance of building marriages on a strong foundation and not blindly trusting others.
This revealing interview by Mrs. Ayeni became the most talked-about society story, shedding light on lies and deceit in the Nigerian media. It also resonated with many individuals facing similar challenges in high-profile relationships.