Niniola Opens Up on Marriage Rumours, Talks About Teni: “I’m Not Hiding Any Husband”
- Nigerian singer Niniola has set the record straight on claims she secretly got married
- The Afro-house queen explained why she hasn’t collaborated with her sister, Teni
- She stated that she’s focused on her music and unbothered by gossip about her personal life
Award-winning Nigerian singer, Niniola Apata, has addressed rumours claiming she secretly tied the knot, making it clear that she is not married.
In a chat with Yanga FM Lagos, the “Maradona” crooner laughed off the viral claims, saying she doesn’t owe anyone an explanation about her personal life.
Niniola stated:
“I’m not married — and even if I was, I’m old enough to own it."
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The 37-year-old singer explained that she’s not bothered by public gossip or assumptions about her relationship status.
She said,
“I don’t care what anyone does or says [regarding my personal life]. After all, I’m not a 12-year-old. I’m old enough to say whatever it is I want to say with my full chest. I’m not married."
Her response comes after rumours circulated online that she got married secretly but chose to keep it under wraps to protect her career and brand image.
Niniola also used the interview to address a question that has long intrigued fans: why she hasn’t collaborated musically with her younger sister, Teni.
According to her, the reason isn’t personal but simply professional.
She said,
“There’s no issue at all. It’s all about timing and circumstances. We’re both busy doing our individual projects. When the time is right, it will happen.”
The singer described her working style as strictly professional, noting that family ties don’t interfere with her career decisions.
She said,
“I like to make music that people can dance to but still think about."
Niniola's dancer draws media actions
Legit.ng earlier reported that a video of a young male dancer who works for Niniola sparked massive social media reactions. Niniola was on a promotional train in preparation for her new project, "Press Play."
The album featured songs like Pepper Dem, Lavish, Formula ft Pheelz, and Chelete, and was one of the most anticipated projects of 2024.
Niniola held an album listening party for her new project, and one of the event's highlights, which has got people talking, is the performance of an effeminate dancer.
Clips emerging from the event online showed the moment an effeminate male dancer went on stage and started whirling his waist like a woman.
While performing, Niniola was heard gassing the dance. At some point, Niniola pulled out a female dancer to challenge the effeminate performer and got in a face-off.
Watch the interview here:
Source: Instagram
Niniola flaunts her Grammy certificate
Legit.ng recalls reporting when Niniola shared photos of her Grammy certificates online and then revealed how she got them.
The singer is a two-time Grammy-nominated recording artist and performer. Niniola received one of her nominations for composing Beyoncé's album, The Lion King: The Gift.
Source: Legit.ng
