A man claiming to be the child’s biological father reportedly made an emotional phone call that shocked attendees at the late gospel singer Omije Ojumi’s funeral today, sparking drama.

The incident occurred during the funeral rites, where mourners were dressed in white to lay the singer to rest, according to a widely shared video on the internet.

Before talking to the kids, the man who called during the event allegedly stated that he wanted to give Omije Ojumi his final respects.

He identified himself as their father during the call and stated that he had been looking for them for years but that their mother had repeatedly prevented him from accessing them.

In his words, he said:

“I’m your daddy and I’ve been looking for you. If you remember, I called your school years back when you were at Front Liner.

I spoke to you through the school line and told you not to tell your mummy because she wouldn’t allow me talk to you. I don’t know how she found out, but she took police to arrest all the teachers in the school,” he was heard saying.

The daughter, however, did not personally take the call.

Instead, a family member put the phone on speaker so she could hear him out, as emotions ran high at the scene.

The moment sparked mixed reactions among mourners, with some visibly uncomfortable as the call played out during such a sensitive time.

The situation has since generated heavy discussions online, with many questioning the timing of the call, while others expressed sympathy for the children caught in the middle of the situation.

Omije Ojumi passed away after a prolonged illness and was laid to rest amid tears, tributes, and heartfelt moments celebrating her life, music, and sacrifices as a mother.