Family Feud Unfolds: Alao-Akala’s Daughter Demands Father’s Exhumation for DNA Test Amid Property Dispute

By Ndon-Eyo2 Reporter Ndon-Eyo II Etinan.

Late Alao-Akala

📰 Family Feud Unfolds: Alao-Akala’s Daughter Demands Father’s Exhumation for DNA Test Amid Property Dispute

Ibadan, Nigeria – In a stunning twist to what was once a private family matter, the legacy of late former Oyo State Governor, Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala, has become the subject of a heated legal battle. His first daughter, Oluwatoyin Alao-Aderinto, has filed a suit at the Oyo State High Court seeking permission to exhume her father’s remains to conduct a Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test.

The test, if approved by the court, would determine the paternity of seven individuals who have stepped forward claiming to be biological children of the late governor. The suit is tied closely to a growing property and inheritance dispute, which may now become a public courtroom affair.

⚖️ Behind the Legal Move

Oluwatoyin's legal filing is aimed at ensuring only genuine biological children are considered in the division of the deceased’s estate. According to legal experts, exhumation for DNA purposes is rare in Nigeria and could set a significant precedent if granted.

Her request challenges both Nigerian legal customs and cultural beliefs, particularly among the Yoruba, where disturbing the dead is often frowned upon. This act is seen by some as a necessary truth-seeking mission, while others criticize it as disrespecting ancestral rest.

🏠 Why This Matters

Alao-Akala was not just a former police officer and governor — he was a man of wealth, property, and political legacy. The potential heirs are believed to be interested in a share of his assets, which include real estate, business interests, and political capital.

  • The claimants: 7 individuals allegedly fathered by Alao-Akala
  • The petitioner: His first daughter, Oluwatoyin, challenging the paternity claims
  • The goal: Confirm true beneficiaries before the estate is shared

Should the court approve the exhumation and DNA testing, it could delay the estate’s distribution, provoke public debate, and possibly redraw the family tree of one of Oyo State’s most influential sons.

💬 Public Reaction

Public opinion is divided. While some Nigerians commend Oluwatoyin for seeking clarity and justice, others say such matters should be handled discreetly within the family, not in court.

Cultural critics argue that this issue touches on deep traditional beliefs about respect for the dead, while legal minds see it as a test case that could influence future inheritance-related paternity disputes.

👁️‍🗨️ The Bigger Picture

This case highlights a growing trend in Nigerian society — estate battles and disputed paternity cases involving prominent figures. As wealth and influence continue to grow, so too does the need for:

  • Proper legal documentation
  • Transparent estate planning
  • Clarified family structures

It also raises questions about how legacies are protected and what role the courts should play in untangling posthumous disputes.

📌 What’s Next?

The Oyo State High Court will now deliberate on:

  • The possibility of exhumation for DNA sampling
  • The validity of the paternity claims
  • The impact on estate distribution

Until a ruling is made, the estate remains in limbo — and the once-private family affair is now of national interest.

📣 Stay Tuned

This developing story is far from over. As court proceedings unfold and more details emerge, we’ll continue to bring you accurate and insightful updates.

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🖋️ Reported by Ndon-Eyo2 city news correspondent 
📍 Ibadan, Nigeria
📆 June 2025




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