Nigerian businessman, Olakunle Churchill, has dismissed claims of a divorce between him and his partner, Rosy Meurer.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Churchill claimed he was never married to Meurer, which is why it is impossible for divorce proceedings to occur.
He explained that they had an introduction, adding that there was no court or church wedding between them.
Churchill also dismissed claims that he had been served with a divorce notice.
The statement reads, “FALSE DIVORCE CLAIMS AND PUBLIC MISINFORMATION
“Let me address this directly.
“The reports circulating online about a supposed divorce between myself and Roseline Meurer are completely false. There is no truth to them, and they should be treated as such.
“There was no legally recognized marriage. There was no church wedding and no court wedding. What took place was an introduction. Therefore, the idea of a “divorce” is baseless from the outset.
“Beyond that, any legitimate legal process requires that all parties be formally served and given the opportunity to respond. I was never served. So I ask a simple question: what exactly is being presented to the public, and how was it obtained?
“I am 100% sure that individuals without proper experience in the media space are advising Rosy incorrectly, alongside legal practitioners who operate under a mango tree without due process and claim to produce divorce documents within 24 hours.
“Looking at the alleged hearing and judgment dates, I am left asking: is this even possible in Nigeria?
“At times, it is necessary to allow a man handle his responsibilities without interference, most especially when you were carried along. That is part of his role and duty.
“Entering a relationship with a man who already has a child and existing issues with the child’s mother requires understanding that such matters are between the two parties involved. If Tonto offended anyone, it should be me alone and if I offended anyone, it should be Tonto. However, we have both chosen to forgive each other. I believe she has changed and is now in a better place.
“Tonto wronged me and whatever existed between us was ours to resolve. No one confronted her or fought that battle on my behalf.
“I do not agree with the narrative that Rosy “stood by me” in a way that should now be exaggerated. While I acknowledge that she faced public criticism, it is important to state that if she had not been there, someone else would have occupied that position in my life. Issues within my relationship should have been left for me to address, including defending her publicly when necessary.”