“This has to stop” – Francis Van-Lare’s daughter Chibuogu breaks silence

Chibuogu Van-Lare, daughter of Nigerian businessman Francis Van-Lare, has spoken out for the first time following the passing of her late partner, Dr. Ikenna Erinne, addressing the backlash surrounding their embattled marriage.

Taking to her Instagram page, Chibuogu set the record straight, dismissing false narratives circulating online and emphasizing the struggles she has endured over the years.

She revealed that she and her children experienced a near-death incident on January 26 and are now focused on healing.

Chibuogu further clarified that she has been the primary caregiver and financial provider for her children, highlighting her son’s permanent disability and the 40 hours per week of therapy he has undergone since infancy.

The embattled mother also stated that her late partner had not lived in the same state as them for most of their children’s lives.

Francis Van-Lare’s daughter on Dr. Ikenna’s death

“There are a lot of lies swirling around the internet right now and it’s impossible to address them all. For years I have stayed silent as I’ve gone through a journey of character development, resilience and obedience to God. My children and I had a near death experience on January 26 and we are now on a journey of healing.

“Those who know me know that I have always taken care of my kids 100% of the time since their respective births. Those that know our situation know that their Dad hasn’t even lived in the same state as us for the majority of their lives. They know that my son is permanently disabled and has been in therapy 40 hours a week since he was 1 year old. They know that I have always been the primary financial provider for my kids. ALWAYS.

“My children and I will overcome. The worst night of our lives when we begged to live for three hours has been flipped around to make us look like villains. I have received dozens of text messages and calls threatening my life and my childrens’ lives. This has to stop. I have videos. I have pictures. I have police documentation of multiple incidents. I don’t want to take it there. THIS HAS TO STOP.

“Nobody knows someone like their partner. I respect the experiences and memories you had of him and I do not seek to tarnish them. I know the truth. People that know me know the truth. What you think of me is not my business.

Nigerians love gossip but don’t forget my children and I are real people trying to safely move on with our lives. We are already living through the result of years of anger and ignorance. Let’s move forward with love. #domesticviolence.”