Korra Obidi seeks donations for legal fight after ex-husband bans kids from her social media. The influencer launched a GoFundMe, claiming Justin Dean is jeopardizing her mom content business. She alleges abuse, accusing him of "gaslighting" their daughters too.
Popular influencer and dancer Korra Obidi has turned to crowdfunding to raise legal fees after her ex-husband, Justin Dean, obtained a court order prohibiting her from featuring their two children on social media platforms like Facebook. In an emotional video appeal, Obidi tearfully stated, "I need a good lawyer" as she launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover the costs of challenging the ruling.
The high-profile divorce and custody battle between Obidi and Dean has been playing out in the public eye, with the latest development being Dean's successful bid to restrict Obidi from monetizing content involving their children on Facebook. According to Obidi, this has resulted in her monetized videos being taken down and a loss of income from fan donations on the platform, where she generates a significant portion of her revenue through her content focused on motherhood.
"Justin's action is aimed at jeopardizing that," Obidi said, referring to her ability to create and profit from content centered around her experiences as a mother. Obidi alleged that Dean has been relentless in his efforts to undermine her since their divorce, citing his opposition to her taking their children to visit Nigeria and the recent court order as examples. In a tearful plea, she accused Dean of abuse and "gaslighting" during their marriage, claiming he is now subjecting their daughters to similar treatment.
"Justin left their kids alone at his house with a woman who hates her (Korra). The woman then allegedly proceeded to take pictures of Korra's daughter's private part and shared this on a group, and the photos circulated," Obidi alleged, adding that Dean denied the incident happened to their daughters. Dean's legal team has not yet responded to requests for comment on Obidi's allegations.
Experts in family law and child privacy caution that disputes involving children's online presence can be complex, with concerns ranging from exploitation to potential implications for future employment and relationships. While some argue for greater protections for minors' privacy, others contend that content creators should have the right to share aspects of their family lives, provided certain boundaries are respected.
"As a mother, it's time to fight for myself and my kids," Obidi declared, sharing her GoFundMe account details and urging fans to contribute to her legal defense fund. Her sister, Nancy Umeh, has also amplified the fundraising efforts on social media. The campaign has already garnered significant support, with nearly $44,000 raised from 949 donors as of press time, inching closer to the $100,000 target.
As the legal battle continues to unfold, the case highlights the intricate intersections of parenthood, social media, and privacy rights in the digital age.
