Nigerian businessman Olakunle Churchill has strongly denied viral reports claiming he is divorced from Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer, dismissing them as false and misleading. The rumours, which spread across blogs and social media, suggested the couple had quietly ended their marriage. However, Churchill asserts that the narrative is baseless from the start.
No Legal Marriage, Says Churchill
Taking to Instagram, Churchill clarified that a formal legal marriage never actually took place. He wrote: "The reports circulating online about a supposed divorce between myself and Roseline Meurer are completely false. There is no truth to them, and they should be treated as such." To support his stance, he shared what appeared to be a court document, an "enrolment of judgment," listing both their names. Still, he insisted the document is being misinterpreted and does not prove any divorce. He further questioned whether there was ever a legally binding marriage, stating: "There was no church wedding and no court wedding. What took place was an introduction. Therefore, the idea of a 'divorce' is baseless from the outset."
Public Perception vs. Legal Reality
Churchill and Meurer welcomed their first child in 2021 and later had a second child, cementing public perception of a formal union. Despite years of being seen as a married couple, Churchill maintains that their union was centered on an introduction rather than a legal wedding. He also addressed the legal angle, noting that he was never officially notified of any divorce proceedings: "Any legitimate legal process requires that all parties be formally served and given the opportunity to respond. I was never served." He hinted at inconsistencies with how legal processes typically work in Nigeria.
Reconciliation with Tonto Dikeh
Churchill also touched on his past relationship with actress Tonto Dikeh, with whom he shares a son, King Andre. The former couple had a public and messy split years ago, filled with allegations and online exchanges. But according to Churchill, things are now different. He said: "If Tonto offended anyone, it should be me alone and if I offended anyone, it should be Tonto. However, we have both chosen to forgive each other." He added that their past issues were personal and should have remained private. Churchill revealed that he and his ex-wife have chosen to forgive past grievances for the sake of their son.
Addressing Rosy Meurer's Role
Churchill addressed long-standing narratives about Meurer's role during his fallout with Dikeh. While acknowledging she faced heavy backlash, he pushed back against exaggerated claims: "I do not agree with the narrative that Rosy 'stood by me' in a way that should now be exaggerated." He noted that the responsibility for his past relationship issues was his alone. On her part, Meurer has also denied multiple rumours, including claims that she unfollowed Churchill on Instagram or that she was once close friends with Dikeh before their relationship.
Public Speculation Continues
The situation highlights how celebrity relationships in Nigeria often play out in the public eye, with speculation sometimes running ahead of verified facts. For now, both Churchill and Meurer appear united in dismissing the divorce rumours, even as questions linger about the exact nature of their union. Churchill's comments come shortly after he and Dikeh were spotted spending time together with their son, sparking mixed reactions online and fueling speculation about their current relationship dynamic.
