Former Super Eagles commentator and Gladiators host John Fashanu has issued a public apology to his daughter Amal, weeks after dragging her on social media — but the drama is far from over as he sets his sights on his wife Vivian.
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If you thought the Fashanu family wahala was dying down, think again. Former professional footballer and beloved TV personality John Fashanu has officially tendered a public apology to his daughter, Amal, just weeks after he put her on blast online for the whole world to see.
Cast your mind back to May of this year when Fashanu — a man many Nigerians know and love from his days hosting Gladiators* and his loud presence in African football circles — took to social media to call out his own daughter in a video that left many people shaking their heads. The move raised more than a few eyebrows, with many Nigerians asking, *”Why would a father do this publicly? Nor be only inside the house this matter fit resolve?”
Omo, E Don Do Am — The Apology Has Landed
Well, it appears Fashanu has had a change of heart. In a fresh video making the rounds, the former striker extended an olive branch to Amal, offering a public apology for how he handled the situation. For a man who clearly does not shy away from speaking his mind — whether on the football pitch or in front of a camera — this is quite the U-turn.
Many will appreciate that no matter how heated family disagreements get, at the end of the day, blood is thicker than water. As we say in Nigeria, “Ẹni tí a bí, a ò lè ju sílẹ̀” — you cannot simply abandon the one you brought into this world.
But Wait — Wife Vivian Is Next
Before you think Fashanu has gone all soft and peaceful, the man has made it clear that not everyone is getting an apology. He has reportedly vowed to take legal action against his wife, Vivian, meaning the courtroom drama is only just beginning.
It is giving Nollywood blockbuster energy at this point — apology here, lawsuit there. The Fashanu household is clearly not short of tension, and Nigerian fans who have followed his career over the years are watching this saga unfold with full popcorn in hand.
What Nigerians Are Saying
Social media has been buzzing, with many Nigerians divided on the matter. Some commend Fashanu for swallowing his pride and apologising to Amal, noting that it takes a real man to admit when he has gone too far. Others, however, feel the damage of publicly calling out your child can leave wounds that a video apology alone cannot fully heal.
As for the legal battle with Vivian — Nigerians know too well that family disputes that end up in court can be messy, expensive, and emotionally draining for everyone involved. Many are hoping the matter can find resolution without further public theatrics.
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One thing is certain — John Fashanu remains as headline-grabbing off the pitch as he ever was on it. We will be keeping a close eye on how this story develops.
What do you think? Was the public apology enough, or should Fashanu have handled all of this behind closed doors from the very beginning? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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