Lola Alao can’t remarry without my consent –Dare Ogunlana, estranged husband
By ’Nonya Iwuagwu
Published: Saturday, 2 May 2009

There is no doubt that Lola Alao is one of the talented actresses in Nigeria, especially in the Yoruba movie circle. But then, not many would deny that she is one of the most talked about actresses in terms of scandals.
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Not too long ago, news of her impending wedding to a certain man made the headlines and many people were eagerly waiting for the D-day. But the wedding was postponed indefinitely. It was alleged that Lola‘s estranged US-based hubby, Dare Ogunlana, said the actress was still legally married to him, thus she did not have any right to get married again.

And really, Dare called Life and Beat from New Jersey, USA and stated why he stopped the wedding. ”I don’t know where it is done in this country that a woman should be married to one man and get married to another without divorcing the first husband. She didn’t tell me she wanted to get out. I didn’t know she wanted to get married to another person. I only read it in the papers that Lola Alao was getting married and I was shocked.”

Dare said that if Alao had asked for a divorce, he would have granted it. “She has really insulted me by making plans to get married to another person while she is still married to me. It is a slap on my face. We wedded in a registry, so I think it is only proper that she gets a divorce before thinking of marrying again. She should not feel she has the right to do anything just because she is a celebrity. If she wants a divorce, I will let her go but not for her to go and get married behind my back while she is still legally married to me.”

Asked whether they had been having marital problems, Dare said, ”We have been married for some years now. Initially, I was coming home regularly. But for some time, I have not been able to do that and she knows the reason. She knows I am not ready to relocate to Nigeria now because I have to iron out somethings. A lot of people told me that Lola is the kind of person that would stick with you when things are smooth but would leave you when they get rough. I didn’t believe them. But now, I can see that what they told me about her is very true. She is not a for-better-for-worse wife material. If I know the person she wants to get married to now, I will definitely tell him that.”

When Life and Beat called Lola on the phone to get her side of the story she said, ”I am not ready to say anything. Let God be the judge. No comment.” When reminded of comments attributed to her in other papers, she said she had never spoken to any journalist about the matter.

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* She has her life to live, so why dont you step aside and let her move on. It is very unfair to be in the States , enjoying all the American honey, while denying this beautiful lady the privilege of make good of herself to another able man. It showed that you are no longer relevant in her life and not able. So , please let her go.

Posted by: sola Olabiran , on Saturday, May 02, 2009

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* bukky80, i feel what you saying. I dont see any reason why a man in US will go back to 9ja to marry a girl he never knew before while there are many beautiful responsible girls out here. The girl will probably leave when she cant get excess $$ cheaply. Its good for Dare Ogunlana for what eyes want eyes see. He will be a good example for others like him not me.

Posted by: Busuyi O , on Saturday, May 02, 2009

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* It is not being in US,Uk,or anywhere around the globe that matters;it is the individual's psychotherapeutics ability management,which he controls and allows to betray his emotions, lets be frank, a man who works and lives in Overseas is an "eagle eye",because he knows much of issues rather than just simple everyday enviroment problems,This women are good looking,although not necessary beautiful, but their mood of dressing starts from days on campuses like; uniport, uniuyo, unilag,UST,and others

Posted by: maximus Australia , on Saturday, May 02, 2009

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* Lola Alao is not a lady that can stay with any man forever. Her husband that introduced her into film-making regretted when she left him and married this American. She's leaving the American because he's broke. I knew her when she was staying at Baba-Ode Street, a slum in Mafoluku, Lagos State in the 90's. Lola, stop disgracing Kogi girls and stay with one man. Money isn't everything. No person has ever remain celebrity forever. Stop calling God into this matter which you caused. Stay blessed.

Posted by: The Patriotic Parrot , on Saturday, May 02, 2009

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* These actors and actresses lead fake lives and that's their problem. They, just like Nigerian politician, must be rich by all means so for the actresses their men must be rich pepople thet can foot their bills or else they dump you. There are still some decent people out there who wre in the movie industry but the bad ones outnumber them.

Posted by: Moore , on Saturday, May 02, 2009

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* This guy deserved what he got, Because i do not know why he has to marry an actress when there are so many good looking Nigerian in New jersey and other states in Usa. But, they look out for this big stomach and big ass not so good looking. Shapeless, women.

Posted by: bukky80 , on Saturday, May 02, 2009

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* Please go to the front page of the Daily Independent to read about Mercy Aigbe! It is the same OLLLLLLDDDDDD story of broken relationships.

Posted by: Deji , on Friday, May 01, 2009

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* And to you Naija men,who love to run after Nigerian movie stars because you live in the UK or US, this is the kind of hearbreaking calamity that awaits you. Can someone name one celebrity who doesn't have a dirty romance history?

Posted by: Deji , on Friday, May 01, 2009

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* It is unfotunate to realize how some our movie actresses are unable to have a blissful marital life! Too bad! Personally, I think a celebrity should be someone who leads an exemplary life. Last week , it was Kenny Brown, today it is Lola Alao, tomorrow, it will beAlex Okoroji, Rita Dominic, Bukky Wright, Ken Henswar, , RUBBISH! Our societal values are gradually eroding with every bit of western life we emulate. RUBBISH!

Posted by: Deji , on Friday, May 01, 2009

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http://www.punchng.com/Articl.aspx?theartic=Art20090502224195

some men sha, you want to marry a woman who is not even divorced. lawless people.

I hope all those diasporians thinking going back to naija to pick a woman is the best,,,this is just one out of many instances.The guy in question is even lucky she did'nt dumped him and got married to an american.