The resemblance is too striking Pa Sunday Odetola and Pasuma’s mother were in the same choir in the Ife village. They had an affair resulting in belle. Being a musician and an actress, the mother left Pa Odetola to the city. . . . The rest is History. From day one, Mama Pasuma insisted Pa Odetola is the father. Baba knew he was the father.
Pasuma also knew his father at age 9 before the devastating separation, no need for a DNA test and Pasuma is behaving exactly like his father naturally
Baba did one thing, when Pasuma became rich, Baba didn’t struggle for him. He was content with what he has in the village. A popular London based blogger took the trouble to go to the village, Edunabon in Ife to interview Baba. Baba claimed that Pasuma had been sending money to him monthly even when his mother was alive. Pasuma has been sending his step brothers and sisters to schools. Pasuma recently celebrated his father’s 90th birthday. . . .
The history of Wasiu Alabi Pasuma his father Pa Odetola, and his mother Alhaja Adijat Kuburat Odetola is a story of a broken home, a mother’s profound sacrifice, and a superstar’s ultimate gratitude.
The Separation and Single Motherhood
The Parents: Pa Odetola worked as a general manager of a local company, while Alhaja Adijat Kuburat was a trader and a one-time theater actress.
The Split: When Pasuma was just 9 years old, Pa Odetola and Alhaja Adijat divorced, causing a long-term estrangement between Pasuma and his father.
The Struggle: Alhaja Adijat raised Pasuma as a single mother in the streets of Mushin, Lagos. They faced intense poverty, sometimes only eating once a day.
Pasuma’s Rise and Devotion to His Mother
Career Catalyst: Encouraged and fiercely backed by his mother’s intense prayers, Pasuma broke into the music industry, hitting superstardom in 1993 with his album Recognition.
Ultimate Appreciation: Because she stood by him through thick and thin, Pasuma constantly praised his mother in his songs, famously calling her his “Jewel” and “Iyawo Anobi”. He took sole responsibility for her care during her old age.
Paternity Rumours and Pa Odetola’s Return
The Rumour: For decades, it was heavily rumored that veteran Nollywood actor Charles Olumo (Agbako) was Pasuma’s real father because he had worked closely with Pasuma’s mother in the theater industry.
The Truth: Both Agbako and Pasuma’s mother repeatedly denied this. The controversy was permanently laid to rest when Pasuma publicly embraced his biological father, Pa Odetola, celebrating his milestone birthdays.
Recent Loss and Legacy
The Mother’s Passing: Alhaja Adijat Kuburat passed away on April 6, 2023, at the age of 84. Pasuma was completely devastated by her death.
Enduring Tribute: To immortalize her memory, Pasuma dedicated a newly built multi-million naira mansion to her name and held a grand remembrance ceremony. Meanwhile, Pa Odetola remains alive and celebrated by his son, marking his 90th birthday in July 2025.
Ayoade Davidson Ojeniyi FCA 16 05 2026