Society Gist Editor
Ude Emmanuel
Sonia Ighalo, the ex-wife of Nigerian footballer Jude Ighalo, has taken to social media to express her deep disappointment over a scandal involving the former Manchester United striker. The mother of three voiced her disapproval following allegations that Jude slept with a woman and then offered her a meager amount of money — an act she believes not only disrespects the woman involved but also publicly humiliates their children.
In a series of emotional posts, Sonia did not hold back her frustration. “It’s disheartening that this man humiliates his children in such a manner,” she wrote, addressing Jude’s alleged behavior and its impact on their family. Her words quickly ignited a wave of reactions online, with many users divided between support and criticism.
Though Sonia didn’t reveal full details of the alleged incident, reports circulating online suggest that Jude Ighalo was recently involved in a situation where he was exposed for sleeping with a woman and allegedly offering her a token sum afterward — a gesture the woman reportedly found insulting. The story soon caught fire on gossip blogs, drawing the attention of fans and critics alike.
Sonia, who has had a rocky post-divorce relationship with her ex-husband, seemed to be more concerned about the psychological toll such public scandals could have on their children. “These kids will grow up and see all of this. Is this the legacy you want to leave for them?” she questioned in one of her posts.
This isn’t the first time the former couple has had a public spat. Since their separation, both Sonia and Jude have occasionally taken subtle — and not-so-subtle — jabs at each other on social media. However, this latest confrontation appears to have struck a deeper emotional chord, particularly for Sonia, who is calling for more accountability from her former spouse as a father and role model.
While Jude Ighalo has yet to respond publicly to Sonia’s accusations or the viral claims about his alleged affair, the controversy has once again placed the footballer’s private life under intense scrutiny. Many are now calling on him to address the allegations and clarify his side of the story.
As the drama continues to unfold, fans are left wondering if the ex-couple can ever move past their differences for the sake of their children — or if this latest episode marks yet another chapter in their ongoing saga of public conflict.
