A report sighted by Africa Publicity on TMZ has revealed that Tomeka Thiam has filed for divorce from her Senegalese-American singer and songwriter husband, Akon.
The divorce process is seeking to bring an end to Thiam and Akon’s decades-long marriage.
Tomeka Thiam, who says she and Akon were married on September 15, 1996, cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split. The court documents also confirm that the couple shares a 17-year-old child, the report said.
In the filing, Thiam is requesting joint legal custody of the child but is seeking to be awarded physical custody. She is also asking for spousal support and has requested that the court prevent Akon from being awarded any support.
So far, attempts to get a response from Akon’s representatives have been unsuccessful.
Source: African Publicity