The long-running paternity dispute between Nigerian socialite Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chiefpriest, and Kenyan woman Hellen Ati has taken a new turn. In a video shared on her Instagram page on Friday, June 26, 2026, Hellen publicly declared her readiness to travel to Nigeria for a DNA test to determine the paternity of her son, but with a condition: Cubana Chiefpriest must fund her flight ticket.
Hellen Ati's Challenge to Cubana Chiefpriest
In the video, Hellen directly challenged Chiefpriest to book a flight for her to Nigeria, proposing that both parties select different hospitals to conduct the DNA test on her son. She stated, “I want to publicly challenge my baby’s father. Since he doesn't want to come to Kenya for the DNA test, I challenge him to send me a flight ticket so I can come to Nigeria and do the DNA. However, he will choose his own hospital, and I will choose mine.” This statement has reignited public interest in the case, which has dragged on for years.
Background of the Paternity Dispute
Hellen Ati has consistently accused Cubana Chiefpriest of neglecting the child’s welfare and failing to comply with court directives. She has repeatedly called for a DNA test to establish her son's paternity. On his part, Chiefpriest has maintained that he has no relationship with Hellen and is not the father of her child. In a previous development, the businessman reportedly challenged a television station to host a live DNA test involving both Hellen and the child, arguing that such a public exercise would settle the matter definitively.
Reactions on Social Media
The video has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with netizens sharing diverse opinions. User Alfa_Rounder commented, “I really don't like talking about these kinds of issues, but I think it's gone too far... Pascal, please do the needful. We are men, and no one is bigger than a mistake, but a father should acknowledge his child no matter the circumstances, either privately or publicly. It's your child you gave birth to, you didn't kill anyone.” Another user, cmrpandy, noted, “You aren't even talking about the assurance of your security when you arrive. Make a move, buy the tickets, ask for help online for people to be on ground to follow you around. All you focused on was money.” User elodHdif remarked, “Don't you know how to go to Nigeria? As you have been going to conduct your business in Nigeria, go again to complete the follow-up of your earlier visit. Stop acting as if you are known as Pascal’s wife whom he abandoned.” Meanwhile, talk2chris1 asked, “Sister Helen, what exactly do you want? The money for the flight ticket or the already booked ticket? Just be clear and straightforward with your request so people know exactly what you’re asking for.”
Hellen Ati's Previous Claims About Money
In related news, Legit.ng previously reported that Hellen Ati opened up about money she received from self-acclaimed African giant Burna Boy. She also alleged that Lucky Udu sought bedroom favours from her. Her claims about not receiving the money Burna Boy set aside for her drew mixed reactions from Nigerians.
