Reality TV star Porsha Williams is facing a new legal battle over her $7.3 million Georgia mansion, awarded to her in her high-profile divorce from Nigerian businessman Simon Guobadia.
The sprawling 15,284-square-foot Sandy Springs estate, where Williams and her daughter Pilar reside, has been hit with a lien due to Guobadia’s failure to pay a $205,884.25 debt owed to his divorce attorney, Onyema Farrey, according to court documents obtained by news outlets.
The lien, filed on June 10, 2025, threatens the Mediterranean-style mansion, which boasts five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a resort-style pool, and a chef’s kitchen with Sub-Zero appliances.
Williams, 44, was granted exclusive use of the property in March 2024 following her divorce filing in February of that year, after just 15 months of marriage. The court upheld the couple’s prenuptial agreement, awarding Williams the home, a 2021 Rolls-Royce, $40,000 monthly alimony for 14 months, and $224,000 in legal fees.
Williams’ mother is staying in her other home in Duluth, but the drama has deeply affected the reality star.
However, Guobadia, 61, whose reported net worth exceeds $40 million, has yet to settle the six-figure debt to his attorney, sparking concerns about potential foreclosure if the issue remains unresolved. Williams now faces the challenge of refinancing the mortgage within 36 months to remove Guobadia’s name or selling the property and splitting the equity, per the divorce agreement.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star’s legal woes have fueled online buzz, with fans on social media expressing shock and support.
One user posted, “Porsha Williams’ mansion, received in her divorce from Simon Guobadia, faces a lien and potential seizure due to his $200,000 unpaid divorce lawyer debt. Guobadia’s net worth exceeds $40 million.” Others speculate that Williams may need to sell her Duluth home, listed for $1.85 million, to cover costs if the debt lingers.
Guobadia’s financial troubles come amid his deportation to Nigeria in June 2025 over immigration issues, including overstaying visas and past fraud allegations. He claimed his company, Simcol, lost $296 million in value following his ICE detention, but the court dismissed this as “lacking credibility,” noting he successfully ran the business internationally before.
Williams, who rejoined RHOA for its 16th season, has remained resilient, filming at the mansion despite Guobadia’s objections. In a recent episode, she cited “fear of foreclosure” as a motivator for her divorce, though Guobadia claims he continues to cover the mortgage.
Her February 2024 Lis Pendens filing further secured her property rights, signaling her determination to protect her home.
Final Word
The ongoing saga has drawn comparisons to other celebrity divorce battles, with legal experts suggesting mediation could resolve the lien issue. “The debt is a fraction of Guobadia’s wealth, so it’s surprising it hasn’t been settled,” said Atlanta-based attorney Laura Simmons. “Williams’ focus on stability for her daughter keeps her fighting, but the clock is ticking.”
As the drama unfolds, fans and RHOA cameras continue to watch closely, awaiting the fate of Williams’ hard-won mansion.
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