A recent claim by popular Nigerian content creator Emmanuel Obruste, widely known as GehGeh, that his newly built mansion was destroyed by fire has been publicly debunked. The debunking came not from an official statement, but from a viral social media video posted by a curious Nigerian lady.
Lady's TikTok Tour Puts Rumours to Rest
The lady, identified on TikTok as @abigail.nice36, took it upon herself to visit the location of the controversial house. In a video posted on December 24, 2025, she filmed her journey, which involved boarding a motorcycle (okada) to reach the property. The clear footage she captured and shared online showed the mansion standing perfectly intact, with no signs of any fire damage.
In the video, she could be heard addressing the rumours directly, saying in Pidgin English: "Na this house na him burn? Nigerians, make una see GehGeh house. E no burn o," which translates to "Is this the house that burnt? Nigerians, see GehGeh's house. It didn't burn." Her investigative video quickly captured widespread attention, amassing over two million views on TikTok and sparking a major conversation online.
Location and Public Reaction Stir More Debate
Beyond just confirming the house was safe, the lady also disclosed its specific location. She revealed that GehGeh's new mansion is situated in Uwheru, in Delta State. This detail, however, led to a new wave of reactions, with many Nigerians questioning the choice of a secluded area for such a significant property.
The comment section of the video became a hub for diverse opinions. Some users defended GehGeh's achievement, while others critiqued the location and investment. Legit.ng compiled some of the notable reactions:
- PreciousD thrift home commented on the area's potential: "Those of you saying the house is in a forest just wait for 2 years and see how the area will develop."
- Edozieeeeee humorously questioned: "Why em go build house for inside FOREST, na shrine em want use the house do?" (Why did he build a house inside a forest, does he want to use it as a shrine?).
- Eriga Ukane offered a financial perspective: "Building a house of almost 100m on a land that doesn't worth up to 10m is financial mistake."
- smilegodlaedlivin showed support: "Any person that is planning bad against this gentleman Gheghe may almighty God judge that person."
Context of the Original Claim and Previous Reports
This viral fact-check was necessitated by GehGeh's own initial claim. The content creator had taken to his Instagram page to announce that his mansion had been burnt, a statement that naturally caused concern among his followers and the general public. The lady's video is not the first to counter this claim; Legit.ng had previously reported that an eyewitness shared a clip showing the exterior of the building looking exquisite and untouched.
This pattern of claims and counter-claims has kept GehGeh in the public eye. In a related incident, it was reported that he had to escape a mob during a visit to a market, indicating his controversial and highly visible public persona. The latest episode surrounding his house continues to fuel discussions about celebrity culture, truth on social media, and property investments among Nigerian youths.
