Kwam 1 Reunites With Actress Bisola Badmus and Their Son Abdulmalik After Year-Long Rift
One year after actress Bisola Badmus accused Fuji legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as Kwam 1, of neglecting his paternal responsibilities to their son Abdulmalik, the family has reunited.
In September 2024, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Bisola alleged the 68-year-old musician had not played an active role in Abdulmalik’s upbringing, despite acknowledging him as his child. She accused him of abandoning his duties, and neither she nor the singer issued further public statements—until now.
The trio reconciled on Thursday during the housewarming, 30-year music celebration, and album listening of Islamic singer Rukayat Alawiye. The event, held at the Victoria Garden Event Centre in Alausa, Ikeja, brought together celebrities and fans.
On Thursday night, Kwam 1 posted a video on Instagram showing Abdulmalik, dressed in white, walking up to him on stage. Father and son embraced warmly as the crowd cheered. Holding the boy close, Kwam 1 broke into an emotional song announcing his son’s return.
“The child has returned home; Abdulmalik has returned. The son of Bisola Kafaya has returned home. Kafaya, this child will not falter; you suffered for him, and you will not weep,” he sang.
As Kwam 1 and Abdulmalik stood together on stage, Bisola—who remained in the audience—was sprayed with money in a celebratory gesture before she and her son returned to their seats.
More Reunions at the Event
Beyond settling differences with Kwam 1, Bisola also reconnected with several colleagues. A video obtained by Premium Times shows her greeting actresses Faithia Balogun, Kemi Korede, Dayo Amusa, and others. The actresses embraced Abdulmalik excitedly, then shared warm hugs and conversations with his mother.
Bisola last made headlines in 2024 when she revealed on the Talk to B podcast that she needed sponsorship for brain surgery abroad. She had been battling encephalopathy, a serious neurological condition.
She later secured a sponsor who offered to fund her treatment in the United States, the United Kingdom, or India. The donor also paid Abdulmalik’s secondary school fees, while another supporter provided him with a university scholarship.
