By Victoria Ige
After years of searching, we now know the identity of Genevieve Nnaji’s daughter. And we’re happy to share with you.
The stunning actress, who has grown through the years, to become the most recognizable face from Nollywood, had a little family party recently, in honour of her mother Benedatte Nnaji who clocked 60.
And there were just a few people in attendance, including Genny’s dad, her friends Ndidi Obioha and Data Okorodudu, and her daughter Chimebuka.
With everyone dressed in uniform Ankara fabrics, and music from a local band led by one of Genevieve’s brothers who’s an aspiring singer, those present told us ‘there was plenty to eat and drink’, and ‘a lot of love’ on display.
‘Genevieve didn’t want it to be a Nollywood thing’, a family source told us.
The event, which also doubled as the retirement party for Genevieve’s mom, who was a school headmistress, held at All Seasons, on Agidingbi road, in Ikeja, Lagos.
‘Genevieve herself took to the mic and sang from time to time’, our source said.
Chimebuka, Genevieve’s daughter, whose identity (and that of her father) had been shrouded in secrecy, was part of the revelry.
Looking very much like her mother, the young lady seemed quiet and laid back, according to NET sources who saw her at the party.
We’re told she lived with Genevieve’s parents for years, but ‘has a solid relationship’ with her mother.
No one knows who her father is, and Genevieve will not say, in spite of lingering speculation and interests.
Insiders tell us Chimebuka is already in her 20s, and currently undergoing national youth service.
Genevieve clocked 33 on Thursday May 3, 2012. Recently photos of the actress and her family celebrating her younger brother Stephen Nnaji’s graduation from the University of London popped up online.
The actress, scandalized for years, following negative media coverage as her career grew, has since mastered the art of keeping her private life private – except from the recent stunts with D’banj.
And she has since repositioned herself, earning the respect of the media and fans, and building a reputation that sets her apart.
Her story: her whole world coming to an abrupt halt when she became pregnant as a teenager, getting ostracized by friends and family, not being able to return to school until much later; and how she has turned it all round – moving from shame to fame, and becoming the pride of the entire family, at just 33, is an inspiration to many, and a testimony to the power of possibilities.
Many now use her as a case study for teenagers who have gotten into one trouble or the other; saying it is still very possible to dust their pants and catch up with, if not overtake their peers.
33 comments
Its such honour to u Nnaji and your family too. Now I can see the reality about not letting past to hinder nor dictate my future. Big ups dear coz u truly brought out that YOU in you. May God preserve YOU and your entire family for his eternity. Youre such a strong woman.cheers Nnaji
Why is the pictures of the assumed daughter not bold so we can see the resemblance as u claimed? Rubbish report!
U deserve a round of applause 4 jus showin us genevieve’s daughter. She already stepped out wit her daughter in grand style and it was all over soft sell magazines a year ago or so wit of course bold pics…it shows how perfect ur reportage is!
Chimebuka was my class mate in uni. And she is 23 how can genny be her mother. Did genny give birh when she was 13…. Pls stop peddling rumours up and down.
Genevieve’s daughter I understand is in some school in
London. This girl may not be her daughter. She couldn’t
have given birth at age 13. Otherwise, Genevieve can’t
be less than 39 or even 40. Nigerians hardly tell their
real age, because it’s fashionable to attain success
while still young. Moreso, people don’t want to ever
get old. The truth is, Genevieve is not 33 yrs. Let’s
stop deceiving ourselves. Celebrities and public
officers doctor their age in Nigeria. We know these
things. I know a bank manager who reduces his age all the
time. In 2004, he was already a deputy manager haven
put in over 10yrs in the industry. Before then, he taught for
for some yrs as a lecturer after 1st degree. But this man CV
was reading 1969. If I have met 100 Nigerians, 95
doctored their age.
Thenet oh, you guys are at it again, the girls is in her 20s and her mom is 33, that can only mean one thing; she gave birth to the girl in her pre-teen years! jokers. if the girl is 22, that means Genevieve gave birth to her @ 12, No?
Think before you type! it’s not so hard. Exclusive Nonsense.
CORRECTIONS:
girl not girls
11 not 12.
i strongly disagree that her daughter is in her 20’s(23 as reported by “classmate”), and genny is 33. therefore its one of 2 scenarios, either this is not genny’s daughter as claimed or genny is much older than 33 as stated.
i am particularly not impressed by the fact that her child is with her parents. she’s a big girl already and needs to be with her mum, besides, genny can more than afford to give her child a life better than what she had growing up. the bond can never be as strong as having the child with you. you become best friends, she’s excited wearing your clothes, she experiences 1st hand how influential her mother is. i know cos the same thing is happening to me. there’s no greater joy than that
Are u guys sure about her age tho? Cos if she’s in her early 20s (I.e. anywhere btw 20 and 24) that would indicate that at 33 Genevieve had her anywhere btw the ages of 9 and 13.
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I dont know what u guys are saying but that girl luks alot like genevieve,check her side prifile and her mouth.Geneieve has dis deep V in her mouth same has d daughter d only diff is size she’s a lil bit fatter than genny.The girl luks like she in her 20s abeg genny lied abt her age.It’s possible now and she’s not the first and certainly not gonna be d last.
For God’s sake,ebuka is genny’s sister,she went to federal govt girls’ college,so think before you start peddling rumours and come to think of it,aw is it possible for. A 33 year old woman to give birth to a 2o something year old lady,haba.abeg if you don’t have any gist,then keep quiet
IT cant be, dey said d girl is 20yrs nd genny’s mum is 60years.Did genny’s mother give birth at age 40.
It is very much possible Ebuka is in her 20s, definitely her mum probably gave birth to her in her late thirties.
It’s possible but she doesnt luk like she did gave birth at dat age.That
is genny’s daughter.This is a family gathering and it’s normal for genny’s daughter to be present.Thatis her daughter o lol
The pictures are too small especially wen viewed via a mobile phone. Editor, kindly see to it dat all pictures published are of correct pixels
Haters and Gossips!!!!
hw on earth will a 33 yr old give birth to a 23yr gilr??? when did Nigeria, Imo state and precisely Mbaise, turn to the stories we hear in the Westwerh part of the world.
Pls Gene is 33 of a truth cos she was my class mate during her Secondary school carrier and her daugfhter is just 16, cos she had dat girl after Junior Waec. the girl in the picture is her younger sister, Chiebuka. Pls look before u leap! Rumour Mongers take note.
This is the truth. I had similar story too. Genevieve’s
daughter is in London schooling. What’s the big deal? She’s
lucky to have a daughter, some people are finding it difficult.
Geneviv cannot be 33yrs old. Thats actually impossible. She was like 2 yrs ahead of my sister in Akwakuma girls secondary school Owerri. My sister is almost 40yrs old. So the yougest Geneviv Nnaji can be is 42yrs old. About the girl, if she is not Geneviv’s daughter then where is her daughter?
2ru or false?nah she shabi
i have a daughter like dat, go 2 Facebook and see me & my girl bukky. so dear people there is nothing God cannot do, am happy 4 u gen keep it up.
Seriously The NET ng you can do better than this. If a story cannot be confirmed and the the person in question did not grant an interview please do not publish. All of you that claim to know that Genny is not 33 years na una sabi. It’s because of all the ameobo that is why she keeps her ‘private ‘ matters private. You guys can keep going on and on, the lady is doing well for herself.
Sweet
Ebuka and I have been friends over years when she was in secondary schl FGGC, Akure and we talked deep back then… And she never made a mistake mentioning Genny as her mum… Genny is jes her elder sister…
If Genny says she’s 33, why should people assume otherwise? Gossip! Gossip! Gossip!
Where the hell is the picture of Genny’s daughter? Wrong caption!
This report sucks!
Ebuka is Genevieve’s younger sister o. she was my junior in FGGC Akure. her daughter is in the UK and shes just 16!!! confirm gist well before broadcasting!!!
Pls u people should leave her alone, she has her reason for keeping it a secret
Why do nigerians like drinking panadol on anoda’s pesin headache. Daughter or no daughter, 33 or no 33, what is U̶̲̥̅̊Я̩̥̊ biz. Genny has already made fame 4 herself and still mking moni even wif a daughter and una D̶̲̥̅̊ε̲̣̣̣̥γ̲̣̣̥ one side. D̶̲̥̅̊ε̲̣̣̣̥γ̲̣̣̥ kill una self. Nonsense.
kudos,genevieve..i.luv.u
Kudos Genn. Though I know you are definitely in your 40’s.
y dnt u stop blurbin n mynd ua own lives
genevive is my role model.i had a baby 2 at age 16 n afta readin genny’s bio i decided 2 soar lyk she did….
Just wondrin here.do dey mean gennie was pregnant at d age of 13