Simon Guobadia, the estranged husband of Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams, has been deported to his home country of Nigeria after spending several months in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center. The news, confirmed by Us Weekly, brings an end to a months-long immigration saga involving the Nigerian-born businessman, who has been under public scrutiny since his high-profile marriage and divorce from the reality TV star.
According to reports, Guobadia, 61, was officially released from ICE custody and boarded a flight back to Nigeria a few days ago. His longtime friend and business partner, Tai Savet, shared the update with Us Weekly, saying Guobadia was in “good spirits” despite enduring a challenging and unexpected chapter in his life. Savet described Guobadia’s time in the detention facility as his first experience behind bars — a difficult situation that reportedly gave him time to reflect and gather strength.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s database no longer lists Guobadia in its system, further confirming his release and deportation. While many details remain sealed due to privacy laws, Guobadia’s removal from the U.S. is believed to be tied to concerns surrounding the legitimacy of his immigration documentation, including questions about the validity of his past visas and alleged inconsistencies in his citizenship claims.
Savet revealed that Guobadia even managed to capture a selfie on Monday, June 9 — the day of his confirmed deportation. The image, obtained by Us Weekly, shows a composed Guobadia, signaling that he remains resilient amid the major transition. “He’s not bitter, he’s not angry,” Savet told the outlet. “He’s staying positive, and he still believes there’s a bigger purpose ahead.”
In a surprising twist, Savet also mentioned that Guobadia holds no ill will toward former U.S. President Donald Trump, whose administration was widely known for its aggressive immigration enforcement policies. In fact, Guobadia is reportedly open to having a sit-down with Trump to discuss his experience, immigration reform, and possibly his own views on how the system could be improved. This gesture has raised eyebrows, especially given the political and social implications surrounding high-profile deportations.
Guobadia’s personal and legal troubles gained significant media attention earlier this year following Porsha Williams’ sudden decision to file for divorce. The couple had been married for just 15 months after a whirlwind romance and highly publicized engagement in 2021. While Williams cited the reason for their split as “irreconcilable differences,” sources close to the couple speculated that Guobadia’s ongoing legal and immigration issues placed immense pressure on the relationship.
Born in Nigeria, Guobadia moved to the United States decades ago and became known in Atlanta’s social and business circles as a successful entrepreneur, film producer, and investor. He was frequently seen on reality television during his relationship with Williams and was often portrayed as a lavish spender and jet-setter.
His deportation marks a dramatic fall from grace, casting uncertainty on his future both personally and professionally. While he is said to be exploring business opportunities back in Nigeria, it remains unclear whether he will seek legal avenues to return to the U.S. or permanently relocate to his home country.
This story is still developing, and more details are expected to emerge in the coming weeks as Guobadia adjusts to life post-deportation and his divorce proceedings with Porsha Williams continue to unfold.
Note these reports are all allegedly, as seen on the internet.
Written By Crystal Star
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