OBINNA, BABY MAMA CLASH OVER DAUGHTER’S FUTURE AFTER ALLEGED EVICTION

Kenyan comedian and media personality Oga Obinna has responded to claims by his fourth baby mama, Tallie, popularly known as Mama Ella, that she received a message instructing her to leave his home, deepening their public disagreement over their separation and the future of their young daughter.

The dispute intensified on Monday, October 26, 2026, after Tallie shared Instagram stories suggesting that she had been told to pack her belongings and leave, prompting Obinna to explain the options he had presented regarding their daughter's living arrangements.

In one of her posts, Tallie questioned claims that social media friends had influenced her decision to leave, writing: “Social media 'friends' are not the ones that sent me a text message telling me to pack and leave, did they?”

In another post, she appeared to signal a fresh start, stating, “And the old chapter closes on to the next one,” alongside a faith-themed video carrying a message about following where God leads.

In a video responding to the growing criticism, Obinna said he had given Tallie two options concerning their daughter, Ella, insisting that his priority was the child's welfare.

Under the first arrangement, Tallie would live with Ella, with Obinna continuing to meet the child's needs, including her education at an international school.

The second option would allow Ella to remain in his care, with Tallie retaining access to her daughter, including the freedom to visit and collect her on weekends.

“Pick the one you think is best for the child,” Obinna said, explaining that he was prepared to support whichever arrangement Tallie considered suitable.

However, he maintained that his financial support was tied to having direct access to his daughter, a position that has attracted criticism and support from different sections of the public.

Obinna also questioned suggestions circulating online that Tallie should take Ella to live with her maternal grandmother while rebuilding her life. He expressed concern about disrupting the child's schooling and moving her away from a home where he could remain directly involved in her upbringing.

The entertainer said the situation was emotionally difficult for him, expressing concern about the consequences of decisions affecting his daughter.

He also acknowledged that he had encountered similar challenges in previous co-parenting arrangements, suggesting that the latest dispute was not an entirely unfamiliar experience.

The disagreement comes days after Tallie broke down in tears during a TikTok livestream on Friday, October 23, while appealing to well-wishers for financial assistance to establish a small business.

Tallie, who holds a degree in journalism and mass communication, said she had been applying for jobs and seeking content creation opportunities but had struggled to secure stable employment.

She explained that she wanted to start a home-based business selling pyjamas to generate her own income and improve her ability to provide for herself and her daughter.

Tallie clarified that her appeal was not an attempt to obtain money intended for Ella's upkeep, noting that Obinna had been providing financial support for their child.

“I don't stand to benefit anything that is meant for my child,” she said during the livestream.

Her appeal drew contributions from viewers, with the mother becoming emotional as people offered assistance towards her business plans.

She also spoke about the emotional strain of online criticism, including comments about her appearance, and urged social media users to avoid directing their personal frustrations at others.

Following Tallie's appeal, Obinna addressed the debate over whether a father should also financially support the mother of his child after a relationship ends.

He argued that a man's primary financial obligation is to his biological children rather than a former partner, unless the two are still in a romantic relationship.

“Your baby mama is not your responsibility, unless you're still sleeping with her. Then that is your woman,” he said.

He added that money provided for a child should be used for the child's needs rather than the mother's personal expenses or business ambitions.

His position has divided online audiences, with some arguing that parents should maintain clear financial boundaries after separation, while others contend that supporting a young child's mother can contribute directly to the infant's welfare, particularly when breastfeeding and childcare are involved.

The dispute also draws attention to the complicated circumstances surrounding Ella's birth and the pair's co-parenting relationship.

In an earlier social media question-and-answer session, Tallie disclosed that she had not informed Obinna about her pregnancy until approximately three months after Ella was born.

She attributed the decision to fear, anger and communication difficulties between them.

Obinna previously said he only learnt of the child's existence much later, claiming in September 2025 that the information reached him through a third party.

Tallie has also explained that she sometimes stayed at Obinna's residence when visiting with Ella because the child was still young. She raised concerns about whether the proposed living arrangements would adequately address the baby's care and safety, including questions about supervision at the house.

The disagreement over where Ella should live has therefore extended beyond financial support to questions about access, daily care and each parent's role in the child's upbringing.

Obinna has previously spoken openly about difficulties involving access to his children and relationships with former partners.

In one widely circulated statement about co-parenting, he argued that fathers in difficult arrangements sometimes feel compelled to maintain close personal relationships with their children's mothers or provide money in exchange for access.

His previous remarks and disputes with other former partners have attracted public attention, although the circumstances differ from one relationship to another.

Under Kenya's Children Act, 2022, both parents have parental responsibilities, and decisions affecting a child are guided by the child's best interests. Disagreements over maintenance, custody and access can be addressed through appropriate legal channels .