Arokodare is like family, not my husband – Jemima Osunde

By Tosin Brown

Nollywood actress Jemima Osunde has clarified her relationship with new Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare, stating that he is a close family member, not her husband.

Reacting to speculation on X, Osunde wrote, “He’s not my husband; he’s my friend who has basically become family. I am so, so proud of him and his journey so far. I pray for him and for the entire team to make us all proud!

“Giving them all my love and support, as you should too! Team Naija.”

Her statement follows online speculation that they were a couple, which arose after she expressed excitement over the Genk striker’s maiden invitation to the Nigerian national team.

Arokodare is among the 23 players selected by new head coach Eric Chelle for the World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Osunde had tweeted, “My family member is playing for Nigeria! As in, he’s really one of the 23 Super Eagles this season.

“What a life! I’m about to be a menace, it’s TEA time, babyyyyyy.”

Her post led to speculation that she was married to Arokodare, prompting her to issue a clarification.