Who is Jelicia Westhoff? Maduka Okoye’s baby mama accuses Nigeria goalkeeper of cheating and abuse amid Cardi B rumors International Sports News
Jelicia Westhoff, the mother of Maduka Okoye’s son, has made headlines again after posting serious allegations against the Nigeria goalkeeper on Instagram. Her post came hours after Okoye was spotted having dinner with the rapper Cardi B In Venice, Italy, many people connect these two events. Westerhoff accused the Udinese goalkeeper of cheating, mistreating and failing to look after their son. Okoye has yet to respond publicly to the claims, and neither he nor his representatives have released a statement. The allegations have not been independently verified.
Jelicia Westhoff: Maduka Okoye’s long-time partner and mother of son
Jelicia Westhoff is a Dutch model, entrepreneur and former beauty queen. She won the title of Miss Haarlem in 2015 before entering the business world. She co-founded the Amsterdam-based fashion label Westhoff Collection with her sisters. The family also operates children’s clothing, beauty products and makeup training businesses.Westerhoff and Maduka Okoye first met in 2020 and later welcomed their son, Emiliano Isaiah Okoye, on October 14, 2022. Over the years, she often shared family moments online and spoke of supporting Okoye during difficult times in his football career. According to her previous posts, she stood by his side after the surgery, encouraging him when he faced difficulties in his career and helping him through difficult times.However, their relationship has seen several public breakups and reconciliations. In September 2024, Westerhoff announced that they had broken up, later confirming that they had resolved their issues. As recently as early July 2026, she suggested they focus on family and move forward together.
Maduka Okoye faces new charges after Cardi B dinner sighting
That changed on July 20 when TMZ released a video of Okoye having dinner with Cardi B at Gio’s restaurant inside the St. Regis Hotel in Venice. Earlier this month, the two also attended the Jean Paul Gaultier haute couture show during Paris Fashion Week.Shortly after these reports were published, Westoff shared a series of emotional stories on Instagram accusing Okoye of cheating and abuse. She wrote:“You lied to me about everything and when I first gave birth to our baby I still chose to whip you but because you just had surgery and your people had no one to take care of you because you weren’t even playing and you weren’t even on the couch you would cry your eyes out while I motivated you and cooked for you.”She later added:“Instead of loving us. You defeated me! You cheated on me. You are a damn monster who tried to ruin my life. You didn’t take care of your only son! Because I didn’t want to be with you and I will never forgive you.”Westhoff also claimed police had been called in previous incidents and said their son was hospitalized multiple times in late 2025 while Okoye was away. She shared screenshots that appeared to show legal communications regarding child support and parenting responsibilities.Meanwhile, she said her post was not motivated by jealousy toward Cardi B, insisting she spoke out because she no longer wanted to protect Okoye’s image.Okoye has so far remained silent. Cardi B has also not commented on the dating rumors or Westhoff’s accusations.
