Dotun OAP vs. Thamani: Divorce, Forced Abortion Rumour and a Defamation Battle That’s Got Nigeria Buzzing
When the morning show host we all know as Dotun went live on Twitter, the internet erupted. The man who turned the hypeman game on its head is now tangled in a saga that sounds like a Nollywood script – a bitter divorce, accusations of forced abortion, a brother‑in‑law named D’Banj, and a defamation suit that has Twitter NG split down the middle.
How the drama started: the 2021 divorce
Dotun and Omotayo tied the knot in 2013. After two children and several years of marital turbulence, Omotayo filed for divorce in 2021, citing relentless emotional abuse, domestic violence and, most explosively, a forced abortion of their third pregnancy. The case, filed under Suit No. GWD/PET/25/2021 at the Federal High Court in Abuja, was represented by lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi, who lodged the claim that Dotun compelled the termination.
The abortion allegation and Dotun’s rebuttal
According to Punch, Daily Post and People’s Gazette, the court documents alleged that Dotun forced Omotayo to abort a baby she was carrying. Dotun, however, shot back hard. He insisted the allegation was a fabrication, blaming D’Banj – Omotayo’s brother – and a “smear campaign” by the lady known as Thamani and her entourage. In his own words, the couple only sought gender selection because Omotayo wanted a boy, but she suffered a miscarriage. “I never forced any abortion. The story is a lie cooked up by conspirators,” Dotun posted in a 2022 tweet.
Enter Thamani: the woman at the centre of the Twitter storm
Thamani, a social media personality, publicly voiced her support for Omotayo, drawing on the media reports and accusing Dotun of abuse. After the backlash, she issued an apology, saying she never intended to defame. Dotun, not buying the apology, threatened a defamation suit, warning that anyone who republishes the false claims could also be liable.
Public reaction: Nigeria divided
Twitter NG exploded. Some users rallied behind Thamani, calling the alleged forced abortion “unforgivable” and demanding justice for Omotayo. Others stood with Dotun, branding the accusations as “spurious lies” and urging the courts to protect his reputation. The debate has been peppered with typical Nigerian slang – “una don hear?”, “e shock you?” – as netizens weigh in on the morality, the legal angles, and the celebrity factor.
Custody, kids and the US Embassy claim
While the divorce case was pending, Dotun claimed Omotayo fled with their two children without his consent, leaving him child‑less for three years. He even alleged that the US Embassy colluded with D’Banj to keep the kids away from him. No concrete evidence has emerged, but the claim adds another layer to the already tangled narrative.
What’s next? The legal road ahead
If the defamation case proceeds, Dotun’s victory isn’t guaranteed – Nigerian law requires proof that the statements were false and damaging. Likewise, Thamani could escape liability if the court finds the allegations were made in good faith or were merely opinion. Meanwhile, the custody battle remains unresolved, and both parties continue to battle for public sympathy.
One thing is clear: the saga has reminded Nigerians that celebrity drama can quickly become a legal battlefield. As the story unfolds, Update Villa will keep you posted on every twist, because in Nigeria, the next headline is always just a tweet away.
