Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, widely known by his stage name Asake, has detailed a past period of familial conflict stemming from his father’s initial disapproval of his music career. The artist revealed that his decision to pursue singing created a significant rift with his father, Fatai Odunsi, leading to a prolonged estrangement.
Speaking in a recent interview with YouTuber Korty EO, the ‘Sungba’ hitmaker recalled their previously close relationship deteriorating when he chose to leave home to chase his musical ambitions. Asake stated his father explicitly objected, but he pursued his path regardless. “My dad and I were so close when I was younger. But it got to a time when I wanted to leave home to do what I’m doing now but my father said ‘No.’ I left regardless,” he said.
This history of tension resurfaced publicly in March 2025, when Odunsi accused his son of neglect and abandonment, sparking widespread discussion and media coverage. The public allegations resulted in considerable backlash against both parties. Subsequently, Asake and his father reconciled, with the singer acknowledging his responsibility and committing to his father’s welfare.
Asake’s journey from a dissenting family environment to becoming one of Nigeria’s most prominent Afrobeats artists underscores the personal challenges often underlying public success. His recent comments provide context for the earlier public dispute, framing it within a longer narrative of conflicting generational expectations and career choices. The reconciliation signifies a resolution to that private family matter, redirecting focus to the artist’s ongoing professional endeavors and his role in supporting his immediate family. The situation reflects the complex interplay between personal ambition and familial duty that can accompany rapid fame.
