Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has admitted that he once stole a bicycle to raise money to fund his early music career. According to PM News, the artist described the memory as a painful one and revealed that he later made amends by buying a new bicycle for the owner. The confession offers insight into the struggles he faced before achieving success in the Nigerian music industry.

Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has spoken publicly about a difficult period early in his life during which he went to unusual lengths to raise money to fund his music career. According to Naija News, the artist made the remarks candidly, joking that his mother would be angry if she heard about what he did. The specific details of his actions were not disclosed in the available report.

Veteran Nigerian musician Salawa Abeni, 65, has said that jealousy and what she described as 'diabolical attacks' nearly derailed her music career, according to Premium Times. Abeni began her career in 1976 with the release of her debut hit album, 'Late General Murtala Ramat Mohammed.' She made the remarks in comments reported by the Nigerian newspaper.

Nigerian singer Fave, real name Chidozie Godsfavour Ugochinyere, has publicly criticized a Ugandan promoter, accusing him of poor treatment and underpayment. According to Exclusive Uganda, the artist arrived in Uganda at the start of September 2026 as a headlining act for an event marking three years of the Wahala operation, held on 2 September 2026. The singer's allegations concern how she was treated and compensated in connection with her appearance at the anniversary show in Uganda.

Former Big Brother Naija star Chidimma Esther Okagbue, known as Bella, has issued a legal notice demanding 2.5 billion naira in damages from her former partner Segun Olusemo, also known as Sheggz. According to the notice filed through her legal representatives, Okagbue accused Olusemo of physical assault, emotional and psychological torture, and verbal harassment during their relationship.

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Bella has reportedly taken her ex-partner and fellow reality star Sheggz to court, accusing him of abuse during their relationship. According to Legit.ng, legal documents in the case include allegations of attempted murder as well as emotional and physical torment said to have occurred over several years. The claims remain allegations, and the report does not indicate any response from Sheggz or a court ruling on the matter.