Nigerian chef Damilola Adeparusi, popularly known as Chef Dammy, has become embroiled in a controversy leading to her arrest in Akure, Ondo State. A student at the Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Chef Dammy gained attention for attempting a 120-hour cooking marathon in June 2023, following in the footsteps of Hilda Baci, who broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon.
The twist in the story involves Chef Dammy’s close association with her pastor, Adegoke Jeremiah, known as the ‘Billionaire Dollar Prophet,’ who provided support for her cooking attempt. The bond between them seemed harmonious until Chef Dammy raised alarm about receiving threats from unknown individuals, referring to them as the ‘people of God.’
The situation escalated when Chef Dammy accused her pastor of suing her for N20 million, alleging that he was attempting to tarnish her image. The pastor claimed that her statements were damaging and demanded an apology and the withdrawal of the statements, along with the mentioned damages.
In a surprising turn of events, Chef Dammy was reportedly arrested by the police in Akure, with details surrounding the arrest yet to be disclosed. The arrest is said to be related to a petition filed against her by her pastor. However, conflicting reports suggest that Chef Dammy voluntarily turned herself in for questioning. The police maintain that they did not arrest her but rather invited her for interrogation, releasing her on bail on the same day.
The unfolding drama raises questions about the nature of Chef Dammy’s relationship with her pastor, the alleged threats, and the subsequent legal actions. As investigations continue, the public awaits further details on this intriguing saga.