It seems the drama between comedian AY and his estranged wife, Mabel, has taken a turn for the worse as the couple heads to court over custody of their second daughter. Insiders reveal that Mabel has reportedly banned AY from having any contact—physical or even phone-based—with their child, leading to an escalating battle that’s now the talk of the town.
According to sources, AY found a creative yet risky way to stay connected with his daughter after Mabel allegedly cut him off. The comedian reportedly struck a deal with the family’s nanny, who would secretly allow him to talk to his daughter via her phone when Mabel was out. But the plan hit a snag when Mabel returned home one day and caught her daughter speaking with AY.
The fallout was immediate—and brutal. Mabel sacked the nanny on the spot and sent her packing to the village that very day. But AY didn’t back down. He reportedly contacted the nanny, offered her a job at his own residence, and brought her back to Lagos. This bold move infuriated Mabel, who insiders claim has since “declared war” and vowed to keep AY from having any access to their child.
The matter has now escalated to the courts, where a judge will decide if AY will be granted visitation rights or co-parenting privileges. Friends and family members, who once tried to mediate, have reportedly given up, citing the growing toxicity and animosity between the former couple.
The breakdown of their 15-year marriage (and 20-year friendship) earlier this year has been rife with allegations of infidelity, STDs, and Mabel reportedly starting a new relationship. While rumors of a reconciliation briefly surfaced online, it seems any hopes of a peaceful resolution have been crushed by this custody battle.
As the estranged couple faces off in court, one insider somberly remarked, “At this point, it’s only God that can intervene and fix this mess.”
For now, the fate of their daughter—and whether AY will be allowed to reconnect with her—rests in the hands of the judge. Fans of the comedian and onlookers can only hope for a resolution that puts the child’s best interests first.
