Lawyer and entrepreneur Ebele Iyiegbu, wife of billionaire businessman Obi Cubana, has publicly addressed the recent next-of-kin controversy that sparked widespread debate across social media platforms.
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The issue emerged after Obi Cubana’s adopted son, Chidi, claimed via TikTok that he had been named as the next of kin. This prompted Obi Cubana to clarify on Instagram that his biological son, Alex, holds that designation.
In a forthright Instagram post, Ebele, popularly known as Lush Eby, condemned the role of social media in spreading misinformation and fueling baseless assumptions about private family affairs. She criticized online commentators for disseminating false narratives and unfairly targeting wives and mothers based on “misguided thoughts and evil ideas,” noting that many people lack the context or understanding of the real dynamics within families.
Ebele’s response not only served as a defense of her family but also emphasized the need for respect and discretion when discussing sensitive issues online. She called for a more responsible and compassionate use of social platforms, especially when dealing with matters involving children and personal relationships.
The concept of a next of kin, central to this controversy, refers to a legally recognized individual entitled to make decisions or inherit assets should the primary party become incapacitated or deceased. In Nigeria, this is often a close biological relative, as formalized in legal documents like wills or financial accounts. Obi Cubana’s statement reaffirming Alex as his next of kin aligns with both cultural and legal expectations in such matters.
Unbothered by the public drama, Ebele redirected her focus toward celebrating her husband’s 50th birthday, which she marked with a lavish #50for50 celebration. In her post, she wrote:
“Only on social media do you encounter people sharing your life story as if they know you personally… Only here will you see people blaming wives and mothers because of their own misguided thoughts and evil ideas. Hmmm. Anyways, I’m still soaking in the celebration of the #50for50 birthday party for Okpataozueora! Like I said before, the entire month of April is dedicated to you, babe.”
She also revealed a special project she had undertaken: curating 50 Igbo honorific titles that capture her husband’s essence, a gesture she described as both challenging and rewarding. Ebele expressed appreciation to @tsl_thrusamslens for documenting her speech during the event.
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