Even an Afrobeat Queen Is Feeling the Pinch
In a moment of raw honesty, Nigerian Afrobeats heavyweight Tiwa Savage recently took to Instagram to share a financial reality that has resonated with millions across the country. Even with fame and success, the singer admitted she’s not immune to the escalating cost of living. “Because even me sef, the economy don show me shege. I’m a single mother abeg. I dey hustle night and day. May God bless us all,” she lamented .
The post was sparked by a humorous yet telling video showing people bouncing from one bank to another, hunting for loans—but with a warning not to send her a DM for help. By reposting it alongside her candid note, Tiwa spotlighted the tough economic conditions affecting Nigerian families—and highlighted that single mothers are bearing a particularly heavy burden .
Tiwa, mother to her son Jamil with ex Teebillz, emphasized that she’s hustling “night and day” just to cope—a sentiment echoed by fans across social media platforms . Her vulnerability struck a chord, sparking widespread empathy and starting important conversations about empathy and national resilience.
