The ongoing saga of a University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) student whose whirlwind romance with social media influencer @asher_kine went viral has taken yet another twist. The student in question, now identified as Ifeme Rebecca Yoma, popularly speculated online as “Becky,” has broken her silence categorically denying claims made by a man who alleged to be her boyfriend of two years.
The controversy began shortly after videos surfaced online showing Becky during a conversation with Asherkine. In one clip, she confidently told him, “I’ve never been in a relationship,” a statement that went viral after it was followed by extravagant gestures from the influencer including a ₦469,000 grocery spree, a luxury trip to Lagos, and lavish gifts worth millions of naira.
However, amid the online celebration of Becky’s supposed “Cinderella moment,” a new figure emerged: an unnamed man who posted screenshots of WhatsApp messages and transfer receipts, claiming he had been dating Becky for over two years and had financially supported her throughout her studies. His posts quickly gained traction and sympathy, with many Nigerians accusing Becky of betrayal.
Now, Rebecca has come forward with a video response posted to her social media accounts. “My name is Ifeme Rebecca Yioma, and I’m here to debunk everything being said about me. First of all, the name ‘Becky Chinaza’ that’s flying around is not my name. Secondly, I do not know the man making these claims,” she said, visibly upset by the allegations.
She went on to discredit the evidence shared online, asserting that the WhatsApp chats being circulated were fabricated. “The profile picture isn’t mine. I don’t even speak that kind of English,” she stated. “He keeps posting clips from my TikTok and Photoshopping himself in. Let him bring real proof if we ever dated.”
In her firm denial, Rebecca reiterated that she has never been in a romantic relationship. “I’ll keep saying it: I’ve never had a boyfriend in my life. I’ve never been in a relationship. If anyone is claiming otherwise, let them come with genuine receipts, pictures of us together, messages with my actual number, anything solid,” she declared.
Her statement has divided online audiences once more. While some believe her outright denial and question the credibility of the supposed boyfriend’s claims, others insist that her defense is simply damage control. One user commented, “If he truly Photoshopped his way into her life, that’s disturbing. But if she’s lying, then it’s just cruel.” The line between fact and fiction in the age of viral content appears blurrier than ever.
Meanwhile, Asherkine the influencer whose lavish treatment of Rebecca initially captured the public’s imagination has remained silent on the recent development. He has neither confirmed nor denied if he knew of any past relationship, focusing instead on continuing his regular lifestyle content online. Some fans have begun questioning whether the initial romance itself was staged.
Back at UNN, reactions among students remain mixed. While some support Rebecca’s version of events, others view the entire saga as a distraction from academic priorities. “We all enjoyed the fairytale while it lasted,” said a fellow Mass Communication student. “But now it’s time to separate fantasy from reality. People’s reputations are on the line.”
Despite the controversy, Rebecca has maintained her stance and continues to post updates on her social media platforms. “I won’t be bullied into silence,” she said in a follow-up video. “I know who I am, and no amount of online pressure can change that.”
As the nation watches the drama unfold, the Becky-Asherkine romance is transforming from a tale of spontaneous luxury into a layered story about identity, truth, consent, and digital ethics. For some, it’s still entertainment; for others, it’s a sobering reminder of the consequences that can come with viral fame.
As the narrative continues to evolve, one thing is clear: what started as a dreamy internet sensation is now a national debate on the complexities of love, lies, and life online.
