Former Big Brother Naija housemate Queen Mercy Atang and her ex-partner, skit maker Lord Lamba, are embroiled in a custody battle over their daughter Princess Kielah. Here’s a breakdown of their relationship timeline and the ongoing dispute:
December 30, 2022: Queen Mercy announces her pregnancy on Instagram, without revealing the identity of the father. Reports later speculate that Lord Lamba is the father, although neither confirms.
January 6, 2023: Queen Mercy shares clips from her baby shower, where Lord Lamba is notably absent. She excitedly reveals that she’s expecting a baby girl, who was born on December 25, 2022, named Princess Kielah.
December 25, 2023: Queen Mercy celebrates Princess Kielah’s first birthday with a stunning photoshoot but still keeps the identity of the father undisclosed.
February 29, 2024: Queen Mercy announces her engagement to her new partner David, marking the beginning of the drama. On the same day, Lord Lamba confirms his paternity by posting pictures with Princess Kielah and revealing her international passport with his last name.
March 2024: Lord Lamba breaks his silence, explaining his decision not to publicize his relationship with his daughter on social media. He emphasizes his preference for offline bonding with Princess Kielah.
March 2024: Lord Lamba files a petition requesting custody of Princess Kielah, citing denied access despite consistent child support payments and criticizing Queen Mercy’s parenting decisions.
March 2024: Alleged screenshots of conversations between Queen Mercy and Lord Lamba surface, depicting Lord Lamba’s frustration over limited access to their daughter.
March 2024: A video emerges showing Queen Mercy tearfully urging Lord Lamba to spend more time with Princess Kielah, claiming he has only seen their daughter three times in eight months.
The unfolding saga between Queen Mercy and Lord Lamba continues to captivate social media audiences, with discussions revolving around parental rights, co-parenting challenges, and the welfare of Princess Kielah amidst the custody battle.
