Tony Forbes, the father of late rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes, has publicly slammed News24 after the publication reportedly indicated it had obtained exclusive video footage related to the death of Anele ‘Nellie’ Tembe.
Forbes strongly denied the claims and accused the publication of pushing what he described as a false narrative surrounding Tembe’s death.
Addressing the reports, Forbes said he was ready for whatever was due to be published.
“Bring it on News24. I am tired of this shit. When the dust settles, let’s see who stands where.”
He went on to allege that the publication was being paid to spread misinformation.
“You are being paid to perpetuate a narrative which will be proven to be based on being paid to run lies.”
Forbes continued by challenging the publication ahead of the reported story.
“Go for it. Can’t wait for Sunday. Whose mouthpiece are you? Who is paying you? Be careful what you wish for. The truth will come out. Bring what you have.”
His comments come amid renewed public interest in the circumstances surrounding Tembe’s death. Tembe died after falling from the 10th floor of the Pepperclub Hotel in Cape Town on 11 April 2021, while she and AKA were staying at the hotel. A police investigation at the time found no evidence of foul play, and the National Prosecuting Authority later declined to pursue criminal charges after an inquest concluded there was insufficient evidence to prosecute anyone in connection with her death.
The latest exchange follows reports that News24 is preparing to publish what it says is exclusive video footage linked to the events surrounding Tembe’s death. Forbes, however, insists the claims are misleading and has vowed that the truth will eventually emerge.
