Veteran Nollywood actress Dupe Jaiyesimi has found herself at the center of a shocking family feud that has taken social media by storm. Known for her roles in Yoruba films, Dupe recently opened up about her struggles with childlessness and a failed marriage during an emotional podcast interview. However, her revelations have sparked explosive allegations from her younger sister, Tope Jaiyesimi, who claims the actress mistreated her siblings and mismanaged their late father’s inheritance.
Tope Jaiyesimi, in a viral video, accused Dupe of treating her siblings like maids during their childhood. She alleged that Dupe forced them to wash her period-stained underwear and subjected them to fear and humiliation whenever she returned home from shows. Tope said, “Can you remember that time at home, I would be the one to wash your menses pants? We behaved like your househelps in the house where we all lived together.”
The accusations didn’t stop there. Tope also claimed that Dupe sold off their late father’s land, which was meant to fund their education, and kept the proceeds for herself. She added, “Our father’s land that was meant to be used to train us to school—what happened to the land? She sold the hectares of land. This same Aunty Dupe sold everything.”
Before the allegations surfaced, Dupe had shared her struggles with infertility, revealing that she had undergone two failed rounds of IVF and lost a pregnancy due to an ectopic condition. She expressed hope for motherhood despite being 60 years old, saying, “As long as there is life, there is hope. I still believe I can have my own child.”
Dupe also spoke about her failed marriage, recounting how her husband brought another woman into their home shortly after her miscarriage. She said, “After I lost the pregnancy, my husband brought another woman home, and she was already expecting his baby. I had no choice but to walk away.”
The allegations have sparked mixed reactions online. While some fans continue to support Dupe, praising her resilience and courage, others have expressed disappointment and called for her to address the claims. One commenter wrote, “You never truly know what someone is going through until they share their story.” Another added, “If these allegations are true, it’s heartbreaking. Family should be a source of love and support, not pain.”
The unfolding drama highlights the complexities of family relationships and the challenges of navigating personal struggles in the public eye. Dupe’s story is a reminder that even celebrities are not immune to the trials of life. As one fan aptly put it, “You are a strong woman, and your testimony will come one day.”