Tope Alabi’s Revelation on Early Career Sparks Online Debate

Renowned Nigerian gospel singer Tope Alabi has ignited controversy online after opening up about her early days in the music industry, revealing the real reason she refrained from wearing earrings, jewelry, and wigs at the beginning of her career.

In a now-viral video, Alabi disclosed that her decision was not driven by divine instruction but rather by financial constraints. She clarified that God never instructed her to avoid wearing jewelry or wigs, debunking long-held assumptions about her modest appearance being a spiritual choice.

According to her, she simply could not afford quality earrings, chains, wigs, or other accessories when she started her career. However, many people misinterpreted her look as a religious stance rather than a financial reality.

The gospel singer further explained that her choice of attire is often dictated by the nature of her performances.

“God has never told me not to wear earrings, chains, or wigs. I’m a theater practitioner to the core, so I understand what fits each song. If a song does not require me to wear earrings, I won’t use them in the video. In the past, people assumed I avoided earrings for religious reasons, but the truth is, I simply could not afford them at the time,” she stated.

Alabi’s statement has since triggered heated discussions online, especially among fans who recall instances when she seemingly sang against wearing jewelry and wigs.

Mixed Reactions from Netizens

Social media has been abuzz with varying opinions, with some fans defending her, while others questioned her past messages regarding fashion and spirituality.

@iwalewaartistry remarked: “First time mama dey explain People of the world e ma buru o… Mummy Tee, we are good with whatever joor.”

@mumsaffection commented: “You don’t need to explain to anyone, it’s your life. May God bless you more.”

@dahunsy_phaith challenged her, saying: “But you once sang against it naaa madam you sang against wigs… bleaching.”

@fausatbak noted: “Wahala ni won ko ara won si, when you’re suffering, where are they? If you don’t dress well, they will still talk. Do whatever you want, ma. You owe them no explanation. Mummy, I love you wholeheartedly.”

@tenniolaabike reacted: “Mummy wa, you did not start like this, ma. Are you telling us that we who don’t like wearing earrings simply cannot afford them? Hmmmm.”

The debate surrounding Tope Alabi’s revelation continues to trend, with many questioning the intersection of personal choices, financial struggles, and religious beliefs in the gospel music industry. Whether her fans accept or reject her explanation, one thing is certain—her influence in the Nigerian gospel scene remains undeniable.

Nigeria, once a shining example of democracy in Africa, has taken a dark turn.

By George O. Sylvester

Nigeria, once a beacon of hope and democracy in Africa, has devolved into a nation where the masses are being systematically oppressed and silenced. The current administration, led by President Tinubu, has turned the country upside down, leaving the people feeling helpless, voiceless, and disenfranchised. The government’s actions are eerily reminiscent of the dark days of military rule, where dissent was not tolerated, and opposition was brutally suppressed.

As Obafemi Awolowo aptly observed, “The people’s business is the most sacred business in the world.” It’s time for Nigerians to reclaim their business – their country – from those who seek to oppress and silence them.

The Tinubu administration’s penchant for authoritarianism has created an atmosphere of fear, where citizens are reluctant to speak out against injustice. The government’s stranglehold on free speech, assembly, and the press has effectively silenced dissenting voices. This is a recipe for disaster, as a nation that suppresses its citizens’ voices is doomed to fail.

PLO Lumumba’s words resonate deeply in this context: “The greatest problem with Africa is that those who have ideas lack the power and those who have power lack ideas.” Nigeria is suffering from a severe case of this affliction, where those in power are devoid of vision, and those with ideas are powerless.

We cannot afford to remain silent in the face of such brazen oppression. We must rise up, demand a better future, and hold our leaders accountable. The consequences of inaction are too dire to contemplate – a nation where freedom and justice are mere illusions, and citizens are forced to flee their own country in search of basic human rights.

Let us stand together, united in our quest for a better Nigeria. Let us make our voices heard, loud and clear, and demand an end to this oppressive regime. We owe it to ourselves, our children, and future generations to act now.

The time for change is now. Let us rise up and reclaim our nation. We must not allow the forces of oppression to silence us. We must not allow them to steal our future. We must stand together and fight for a better Nigeria.

I didn’t snatch Asake’s mother from her husband -Musibau Alani

Legendary Fuji musician, Alhaji Musibau Alani has refuted rumours spreading on social media that he snatched Fali, the mother of famous afrobeats musician Asake from her estranged husband, Mr Odunsi, fondly called Malo.

In a chat, the Stand Well Well crooner, who is Asake’s step-father confirmed that he was married to the singer’s mother in a union that produced three kids, two of which are late, but denied snatching her from any man.

Following heated allegations of neglect from Mr Odunsi against Asake, social media was agog with rumours that Alani was responsible for the breakup between the singer’s parents. Some also alleged that the veteran Fuji musician was on the band stand during Asake’s naming ceremony. But Musibau Alani has said there’s no iota of truth in all the rumours.

According to him, “I met Fali as a single mother, she was already separated from her husband, whom I didn’t know at that point in time. We got along and she moved in with me with her son Ahmed (Asake). I trained the boy.

“I later met her ex-husband, Malo who was working at a council in Lagos Island then. The day he saw me at the council, he was even telling his colleagues to thank me for taking good care of his son Ahmed (Asake). For the records, I did not snatch Fali from her first husband, and I did not play or attend Asake’s naming ceremony,” Alani stated.