Man Discovers His 3 Children Are Not Biologically His After DNA Test In Delta State

A devastating family crisis has unfolded in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State, where a man in his fifties learned through DNA testing that none of his three children belong to him biologically, sparking widespread discussions on trust in marriages and the need for mandatory paternity checks at birth.

NaijaChoice News gathered that the incident came to light when the man, whose identity remains withheld, borrowed his wife’s phone and stumbled upon a suspicious message from an unknown man inquiring, “How are my two kids?” This prompted him to delve deeper into her messages, uncovering evidence of over twenty extramarital affairs.

According to Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, the heartbroken husband proceeded to conduct DNA tests on the children, only to receive the shattering results that none were his. “To cut the long story short, the man who is now 50+ years old carried out a DNA test for their three children, hmmm, guess what? None of the three children belongs to him,” Edafe shared in a public narration that has since gone viral.

The family attempted to report the matter to the police, hoping for intervention, but authorities clarified that it does not constitute a criminal case under Nigerian law. “They attempted to make it a police case, unfortunately, it’s not a police case,” Edafe explained, emphasizing the civil nature of such disputes.

This revelation has ignited heated debates across social media platforms, with many Nigerians questioning marital fidelity and advocating for compulsory DNA testing at childbirth to prevent similar heartbreaks. Edafe himself posed the provocative question: “Should DNA test be made compulsory at child birth?” Responses have poured in, ranging from calls for legal reforms to warnings about the emotional toll on families.

NaijaChoice News notes that this is not an isolated incident in Delta State. In a similar case years ago, a high court judge, Anthony Okorodas, publicly disclosed that DNA tests revealed three of his children from his first marriage were not biologically his, highlighting a recurring issue of paternity fraud in the region.

Experts suggest that such discoveries can lead to severe psychological trauma, divorce proceedings, and custody battles. Marriage counselors in Nigeria have long advised couples to prioritize open communication and trust to avoid these pitfalls.

As the story continues to trend, NaijaChoice News urges affected families to seek professional counseling and legal advice rather than vigilante actions. What do you think – should DNA tests become mandatory for all newborns in Nigeria? Share your views in the comments below.