Laide Bakare Cries Out Over Sons Allegedly Maltreated by Ex-Husband’s Wife
Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has raised concerns over the welfare of her two sons, alleging that they are being maltreated while staying with their father and his wife.
The actress made the allegations in an emotional video shared on social media, where she appealed to the public for help over what she described as a frightening situation involving her children.
According to Bakare, her two sons currently live with their father after a custody dispute, and she has repeatedly expressed concerns about their welfare.
Bakare claimed that her concerns became more serious after she allegedly overheard a disturbing conversation involving her ex-husband’s wife and the children.
The actress said she was on a call when the phone apparently fell, allowing her to hear a conversation taking place inside the house.
She alleged that her former husband’s wife instructed one of the children not to beat her sons in areas where their father could see marks, but allegedly suggested strangling or holding them by the neck instead.
Bakare said she has evidence of the conversation because those involved were unaware that she could hear what was being said.
“I have recorded evidence because nobody knew I was on call,” she said.
The actress further claimed that she had previously raised the matter with her former husband but felt that her complaints were not being taken seriously.
Bakare explained that the disagreement with her former husband eventually led to their separation and a custody battle over their children.
She said her ex-husband insists that the boys remain in his home, leaving her unable to have them with her as often as she would like.
The actress described the situation as painful, stressing that her major concern is not simply the custody arrangement but the alleged treatment of her children while they are in another woman’s care.
She said she had remained silent for some time but decided to speak publicly because the situation had become increasingly worrying to her.
Bakare appealed to family, friends and members of the public to pay attention to the situation, saying she was seeking help rather than simply trying to create controversy.
She alleged that her ex-husband has continued to dismiss her concerns and accused him of taking the children away from her as a form of punishment.
The actress also described her former husband’s wife as someone who allegedly presents a different image in public from what happens behind closed doors.
However, the allegations remain claims made by Bakare, and no independent verification has confirmed the alleged recording or the events she described.
The actress’s disclosure has triggered concern among her followers, with some social media users urging her to pursue legal channels and seek professional intervention over the children’s welfare.
Others expressed sympathy for the actress and encouraged her to prioritise the children’s safety and wellbeing.
The development comes amid Bakare’s long-running public disagreements with her former husband over their children and family matters.
For now, the actress is calling for intervention while the allegations surrounding the children’s welfare remain unresolved.
