Renowned Isoko highlife musician, Dr. Arube Otor, popularly known as Isoko Fela, has revealed his goal of fathering 32 children before his passing.
Otor, 53, who already has nine children, married three women on Sunday, January 19, 2025, in a grand ceremony held at the Anglican Church Field London Base, Uzere, Isoko South Local Government Area in Delta State. This brings his total number of wives to four.
Otor expressed his commitment to fathering more children, stating, “I want to have 32 children, and until I realise that dream, I won’t leave this earth.”
Growing up in a polygamous family, Otor embraced the lifestyle, reflecting on the positive experience he had with his father’s four wives. “Polygamy was never a problem in our home. We bonded well and still maintain a healthy relationship,” he said.
The decision to hold a single reception for all three new wives was made to save costs. Otor clarified, “I’ve already paid their bride prices, and we’ve been living together. The event is just a reception. Members of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria will provide music, and logistics for refreshments are finalised. It will be a big day.”
Otor, who plans to marry two more women in the future, believes in fostering harmony among his wives. “If there’s a dispute, I meditate in the presence of the others so everyone learns from the resolution. My wives are independent; one is a hairdresser, another a caterer, and one a trader,” he shared.
Despite his age, Otor remains confident in his ability to fulfill his marital duties. He attributes his vitality to a healthy diet, which excludes rice and aphrodisiacs. “I don’t eat rice because it weakens a man. My diet keeps me fit and ready. I visit my wives weekly, and none of them feels neglected,” he explained.
