In a saga that has captivated both Nigerian and international audiences, the story of Bunmi Oyewole, an alleged self-proclaimed socialite with a penchant for controversy, has taken center stage. Known for her manipulative tactics and insatiable thirst for fame and wealth, Bunmi’s brief but explosive marriage to Oba Adekeye of Joga Orile, Ogun State, has left a trail of destruction in its wake.
A Web of Deception: Bunmi’s Path to the Palace
Bunmi Oyewole’s rise to becoming the “Queen” of Oba Adekeye was anything but ordinary. Her relationship with the monarch began in 2023, shortly after Olori Olanike Ayinke Adekeye, the Oba’s estranged wife, left the palace. Seizing the opportunity, Bunmi, who was still legally married to Adeniyi Lawal, a UK-based medical worker, allegedly forged a divorce certificate to present herself as single and eligible for marriage.
At the time, her first husband was embroiled in a rape case in the UK, which Bunmi herself had initiated. Despite the ongoing legal battle, she abandoned her life in London and traveled to Nigeria to marry Oba Adekeye in a traditional ceremony. Her haste to wed the monarch, while still legally bound to another man, raised eyebrows and further cemented her reputation as a woman willing to go to extreme lengths for power and wealth.
A History of Broken Marriages and Scandal
Bunmi’s troubled relationship history paints a picture of a woman driven by ulterior motives. Her first marriage to Steve Fowowe in 2004 lasted 12 years and produced three children before ending in 2016. Barely five months later, she married Adeniyi Lawal, only to accuse him of rape, leading to his imprisonment in the UK.
Her marriages have been marked by financial exploitation, with her first husband losing an entire house to her and her second husband parting with three luxury cars. These patterns of manipulation and greed have followed her into her relationship with Oba Adekeye, where her lavish spending and ostentatious lifestyle became a source of controversy.
A Lavish Facade Built on Debt
Despite her claims of wealth, Bunmi’s lifestyle was allegedly funded by unpaid loans and mounting debts. While she relied on Universal Credit, a UK government welfare program for low-income individuals, she boasted of spending millions of naira on Oba Adekeye, gifting him expensive jewelry, gold, and phones.
However, sources close to the situation have challenged her claims, urging her to provide evidence of these purchases. Without proof, her accusations against the monarch remain dubious, suggesting a deeper agenda to tarnish his reputation.
The Unraveling of a Royal Union
Bunmi’s marriage to Oba Adekeye began to crumble when she learned that Olori Olanike, the King’s estranged wife, was set to return to the palace. Refusing to share the monarch’s affections, Bunmi allegedly demanded that Olori Olanike be barred from returning. When the King refused, citing traditional hierarchy, Bunmi resorted to blackmail, attempting to secure a more prominent position in the palace.
Her demands, including a request for Olori Olanike to beg her to accept a junior wife position, were rejected, leading to the eventual collapse of her marriage. Her refusal to adhere to royal traditions and her obsession with status and wealth ultimately sealed her fate.
A Legacy of Destruction
Bunmi Oyewole’s actions have left a lasting impact on Oba Adekeye’s reputation, tarnishing the once-respected monarch’s image. Her pattern of using marriage as a tool for personal gain has earned her the title of a “professional husband snatcher,” but her latest escapade has left her career as a royal consort in ruins.
As Bunmi embarks on yet another controversial chapter with Abepa of Joga Orile, questions linger about when—or if—she will be held accountable for her actions. For now, the public remains captivated by the scandal, awaiting the next twist in this sordid tale of deceit, manipulation, and shattered lives.
Only time will tell if Bunmi Oyewole’s controversial lifestyle will continue to thrive at the expense of others, or if she will finally face the consequences of her actions.
Kunmi ‘The Super Cat’ is a massage therapist, an entertainment and erotic content writer. She is a pop culture enthusiast!
