Lateef Adedimeji, wife disown viral AI-generated baby photos

The Nigerian entertainment scene has been abuzz with the arrival of triplets to popular Nollywood couple Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade. However, the joyous occasion has been marred by the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence-generated images depicting the newborns. Both Adedimeji and his wife, Oyebade, have taken to social media to address the issue, urging fans and bloggers to cease circulating the fabricated photos.

Oyebade, via her Instagram story, expressed gratitude for the love shown but firmly stated, “ENOUGH WITH THE AI PICTURES NOW!!!!! We’ll share @etawithlove pictures soon, all the baby’s pictures flying around aren’t our babies please.” Her husband echoed this sentiment on X (formerly Twitter), appreciating the well wishes while unequivocally stating, “Also, please note that the AI-generated baby photos circulating right now are not ours.” This clarification is crucial in an era where digital manipulation can easily mislead the public and potentially cause distress to new parents.

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Dear bloggers, fans & lovers, Thank you so much for the love for us and the ETAs but please ENOUGH WITH THE AI PICTURES NOW!!!!! We’ll share @etawithlove pictures soon, all the baby’s pictures flying around aren’t our babies please.

From our vantage point at The Punch, this situation highlights the growing challenge of misinformation and deepfakes, particularly within the celebrity sphere in Nigeria. While international coverage might focus on the technological aspect of AI-generated images, our focus is on the impact on public figures and the public's right to accurate information. The couple’s swift response aims to manage public perception and protect their privacy amidst the frenzy. It’s a reminder that in our digital age, discerning reality from fabrication requires constant vigilance, and public figures often bear the brunt of these technological advancements, needing to actively correct the narrative when their image and personal lives are misrepresented.

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To my X/Twitter family, I truly appreciate all the love and prayers. I’ll be back soon! Also, please note that the AI-generated baby photos circulating right now are not ours. Thank you for understanding!