Victor Osimhen’s Family Feud: Has the Soccer Star Forgotten His Roots?
The 26-year-old Galatasaray striker, known for his lightning-fast goals and jaw-dropping philanthropy, is facing a public roasting from Esan elders and alleged relatives in his father’s hometown of Okhuesan, Edo State. In a viral video that’s blowing up on X, these community leaders claim Osimhen has “abandoned” his roots, leaving his extended family and village in the dust despite his meteoric rise to fame. Is this a heartbreaking betrayal or a classic case of fame-fueled family expectations? Let’s unpack the tea!
Esan Elders - Osimhen Relative alleged Video
The scandal broke when a video surfaced on May 13, 2025, featuring two elderly men, Omuyiwa John and Monday Egbe, who claim to be Osimhen’s uncles through his late father, Patrick Osimhen. Filmed in Okhuesan, a quiet village in Esan South East LGA, the men didn’t hold back. With raw emotion, Omuyiwa John spilled the beans: “Osimhen’s father has the same grandfather with me, and I am surprised how he disowned us.” He went on to allege that when Victor’s mother passed away, the Okhuesan community rallied to raise funds for Patrick Osimhen, who couldn’t afford the marriage rites required for her burial in Obiaruku, Delta State. “The whole money was contributed money,” John fumed, suggesting Victor and his siblings owe the village big time for stepping up during their family’s darkest hour.
But that’s not all! The elders dropped another bombshell, claiming Victor has never set foot in Okhuesan, even after his father’s death in 2020. According to them, Patrick was buried in Lagos instead of the village, a move they say flouts Esan tradition. “The children buried his father in Lagos instead of bringing his corpse to the village, which is traditionally not acceptable,” John lamented. The elders’ pain was palpable as they recalled watching Victor’s UEFA Champions League matches on a TV donated by the Edo State governor, only to feel snubbed by the star they cheered for. “We do not know what is happening because he has failed to acknowledge us,” they added, their words dripping with disappointment.
Social media is ablaze with reactions. X posts from accounts like @GistReel and @yabaleftonline have racked up thousands of views, with fans and critics duking it out. Some sympathize with the elders, arguing that Osimhen’s success comes with a cultural duty to uplift his village. “For the mere fact that the family of Victor Osimhen’s father supported and contributed money to save Victor Osimhen’s father marital humiliation, Victor Osimhen should support his father family people,” one X user wrote passionately. Others, however, smell entitlement. “Family and entitlement ehn na wa,” @Pinovlbes posted, hinting that the elders might be cashing in on Osimhen’s fame. The debate is spicy, with comments like, “Did they help the father because they knew Osimhen will be a star some day or they helped the man from the bottom of their heart??”
Osimhen, currently tearing up the Turkish Süper Lig with 33 goals this season, hasn’t respond back at the allegations yet, leaving fans hungry for his side of the story. Could there be a deeper family rift we don’t know about? The soccer star’s rags-to-riches tale is no secret, he grew up hawking sachet water in Lagos’ Olusosun slums, alongside his six siblings, to support their struggling parents. His late mother, Christiana, died when he was young, and his father, Patrick, passed in 2020 at 80. Victor’s philanthropy, like donating tricycles and food in Lagos last Christmas, has earned him praise, but the Okhuesan elders claim none of that love has reached Edo State. Is Victor prioritizing his Lagos roots over his Esan heritage, or are there personal reasons for his distance?
This drama taps into a broader Nigerian narrative: the pressure on successful stars to “carry” their extended families and hometowns. Osimhen’s not the first celeb to face such heat, think Davido or Wizkid, who’ve also navigated family expectations under the public eye. But with Osimhen’s transfer rumors swirling (Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea are circling!), this scandal could cast a shadow over his golden boy image. Will he address the elders’ grievances, perhaps with a grand gesture like a village visit or donation? Or will he stay silent, letting the gossip simmer?
For now, the ball’s in Osimhen’s court, and the world’s watching. Will this family feud score a resolution, or is it headed for extra time? Stay tuned, because this tea is far from cold!
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