- Nigerian singer Naira Marley, is in the spotlight once more.
- This time he is facing backlash for his supposed controversial lyrics in an upcoming track by Zinoleesky.
- The situation is heightened by the fact that it coincides with the one-year anniversary of his former artist Mohbad’s tragic passing.
Nigerian music star Azeez Fashola, better known as Naira Marley, is in the spotlight once more.
This time he is facing backlash for his supposed controversial lyrics in an upcoming track by Zinoleesky.
The situation is heightened by the fact that it coincides with the one-year anniversary of his former artist Mohbad’s tragic passing. Screenshots of Naira’s lyrics have gone viral on social media, causing a stir among fans.
One of the shocking lines that has caught attention says, “Leave that opp boy in a casket.” This has led many to speculate if it targets Mohbad directly.
Additionally, the song mentions Naira Marley’s controversial friend, Sam Larry, which intensifies the situation even more.
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As the screenshots circulated rapidly, the internet erupted with responses. Users expressed their views on whether Naira’s lines were a planned insult to the late Mohbad or just an unfortunate coincidence.
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Following the unfortunate death of Mohbad, a wave of blame fell on Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry. Many Nigerians claimed that they had a part in the 27-year-old singer’s early death.
The response was immediate and severe—Naira Marley’s image suffered greatly, as upset fans boycotted his music and called for accountability.