- American singer Akon’s marriage, lasting over two decades, has become a topic of discussion on social media
- This comes following the singer’s wife’s recent legal actions a few days before their 29th wedding anniversary
- Reports of Akon’s marital breakdown have gained attention online, with Nigerians also sharing their opinions
Popular international music star and record producer Akon’s wife has caused a buzz on social media after filing for divorce four days before their 29th wedding anniversary.
According to multiple reports, singer Akon’s wife, Tomeka Thaim, filed for divorce from the ‘Lonely’ crooner on Thursday, September 11, citing irreconcilable differences. She listed their date of separation as ‘TBD,’ adding that they share one child, a 17-year-old daughter, Journey.
People reported that Thaim requested joint legal custody of their daughter and asked for physical custody of the teen, with the singer receiving visitation.
She also requested spousal support as part of her divorce filing from the musician and asked the court not to award the ‘Smack That’ singer any spousal support.
According to People, Akon had previously stated that he believes in polygamy and, in a 2022 interview on ‘The Zeze Mills Show,’ revealed that he has nine children.
Akon, an influential figure in world music, rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his single ‘Locked Up.’ Some of his other hit songs include ‘Lonely’ and ‘Don’t Matter.’
In related news, TheTalk.NG reported that Akon revealed his deep-rooted involvement in the birth and global rise of Afrobeats, particularly through his early work with Nigerian artists.
The Senegalese-American singer and businessman claimed that his label played a significant role in shaping what is today known as Afrobeats.
Reactions as Akon’s wife files for divorce
TheTalk.NG captured reactions from Nigerian netizens as many shared diverse opinions about Akon’s marriage. Read them below:
jmk_fabrics said:
“After 29 years of reconciling reconcilable differences, now it’s irreconcilable? It’s well with us all.”
olaskocomedy said:
“Na money she just Dey find jor.”
tolani.bukky.96 said:
“Akon got many wives so make this aunty rest divorce after 29yrs sound weird to me.”
everyface_wear_amask said:
“Waited 29 years to cashout her sure odds , at least this snake later show are fresh skin.”
bobby__gugel said:
“After 29years so many fights that’s been reconciled why now?”
mhunchojay said:
“Baba no really make money like before, not much money pumping in, whats the essence of staying when no extra money women.”
realtizeapparel.1 commented:
“Why oyinbo women like divorce like this , she no go see money collect . Ole.”
priaa757 said:
“Akon don dey age, so gbola can’t go round all wives anymore.”
iamcashbayo said:
“Irreconcilable differences after 29 years. Oloriburuku lawon obirin oyinbo yi seh….. All they are after is their Partners’ money.”
Akon rates Nigerians
Meanwhile, TheTalk.NG previously reported that Akon declared that Nigerians are the most intelligent people in the world.
However, he noted that this might be debatable, and he stands to be corrected. Akon also said there might be some bad apples in the country ruining the image of Nigeria by committing different crimes, but that still doesn’t change the fact that Nigerians are brilliant people.
Source: TheTalk.NG
