Kenyan hairdresser Hellen Ati has intensified her public campaign against Nigerian nightlife mogul Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, by threatening to invoke a traditional deity in Nsukka, Nigeria, if he continues to refuse a DNA test to confirm the paternity of her son. In a recent Instagram video, Ati accused Okechukwu of abandoning her and their alleged child, stating, “I will report you to the Nsukka deity at the shrine in Igbo land… You don’t want to take care of this boy, you don’t want to do DNA.”
Ati claims that her relationship with Okechukwu began in Lagos in April 2022, leading to the birth of her son. She alleges that after informing him of the pregnancy, he blocked her on all platforms and has since provided minimal financial support, totaling approximately ₦300,000. Ati emphasizes that her primary concern is securing a future for her son, not monetary compensation, and has repeatedly called for a DNA test to establish paternity.
Okechukwu has consistently denied any involvement with Ati or her child. In a January 2025 interview on Channels Television’s ‘Rubbin’ Minds,’ he stated, “I have never met her… the boy definitely can’t be my child.” He further suggested that the allegations are an attempt to disrupt his marriage, asserting that he and his wife are not only partners in marriage but also in business.
The dispute has garnered significant attention on social media, with Ati sharing alleged screenshots of conversations and financial transactions with Okechukwu. She has also expressed distrust in conducting a DNA test in Nigeria, proposing instead that the test be carried out in Germany to ensure impartiality. In a dramatic twist, Ati challenged Okechukwu to a 100-meter race, stating that if he wins, she would drop the demand for a DNA test.
The controversy has been further complicated by allegations involving Nigerian musician Burna Boy. Ati claims that Burna Boy’s associates promised her financial assistance for her child’s education but failed to deliver the funds. She alleges that these intermediaries demanded personal favors in exchange for the promised support, a claim that has been denied by the parties involved.
Legal documents filed by Ati on September 13, 2024, list Okechukwu as the alleged father of her child. She has expressed willingness to face legal consequences if the DNA test proves otherwise, stating, “If the test confirms that you are his father, then I ask that you step up and take care of him. If not, I’m willing to face the legal consequences.”
As the public dispute continues to unfold, both parties remain steadfast in their positions. Ati insists on a DNA test to establish paternity, while Okechukwu maintains his denial of any involvement. The situation has sparked widespread debate on social media, with many calling for a resolution to the ongoing saga.
