Asake Opens Up on Clash With Father Over Music Career

Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has revealed that his decision to pursue a career in music once created tension between him and his father, who strongly opposed the move.

Speaking in a recent interview with YouTuber Korty EO, the ‘Sungba’ singer said their relationship began to deteriorate when he chose to follow his passion despite his father’s disapproval.

According to Asake, he left home against his father’s wishes, marking a turning point in their once close relationship. He explained that the decision created distance between them as he focused on building his music career.

“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.

The revelation comes months after his father, Fatai Odunsi, publicly accused the singer of neglect in March 2025, a situation that drew widespread attention on social media.

However, both father and son have since reconciled, with Asake reportedly taking responsibility for his father’s welfare, signaling an improvement in their relationship after the earlier fallout.

Source: The Sun Nigeria