The drama never seems to stop in the world of the Real Housewives, and the latest scandal involves Porsha Williams’ new husband, Simon Guobadia. Despite their whirlwind romance and lavish wedding, Guobadia’s quest for U.S. citizenship has hit a major roadblock, shedding light on his troubled past.
The Legal Battle Unfolds: Recent court documents reveal that Simon Guobadia, 59, has been denied U.S. citizenship once again due to his reported criminal history. The filing, dated January 11, 2024, details Guobadia’s extensive legal troubles, including felonies for bank fraud, credit card fraud, and identity fraud.
A Troubled Past: Guobadia’s legal woes date back to his arrival in the United States from Nigeria in 1982. Despite multiple attempts to obtain citizenship, his applications have been repeatedly denied. Court records show a pattern of deception and criminal activity, including arrests for bank and credit card fraud, unauthorized use of a vehicle, and more.
Deportation and Identity Issues: Guobadia’s troubles escalated when he was arrested and deported in 1992 after being ordered to leave the country by an immigration judge. Shockingly, court documents reveal that he attempted to obtain temporary resident status under a different identity, concealing his criminal past in the process.
Repeated Denials: Despite multiple attempts to gain citizenship under various identities, Guobadia’s applications have been consistently denied. His most recent request for a hearing, filed in October 2022, was reaffirmed in November 2022, just a month before his marriage to Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams.
Dismissal of the Case: In a surprising turn of events, United States District Judge Steve C. Jones ordered the dismissal of Guobadia’s case seeking naturalization on January 11, 2024. This decision deals a significant blow to Guobadia’s hopes of obtaining U.S. citizenship and raises questions about the future of his marriage to Porsha Williams.
