Nigerian singer Ayo Maff has publicly apologised to Naijashimadun following a heated exchange sparked by criticism of his music style.
Naijashimadun had called out Ayo Maff for allegedly following a repetitive template in his songs, advising him to evolve artistically. In response, the singer reacted harshly, leading to backlash from fans and observers.
However, in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Ayo Maff admitted that his emotions got the best of him, citing personal struggles, including the recent loss of a family member, as a contributing factor.
“As a Yoruba boy, that is definitely no way to respond to an elderly person. I let my emotions get the best of me & I’m sorry about that,” he wrote. “I was doing remembrance for my dad’s burial & they called me that one of my brothers passed just yesterday. I’m still trying to get hold of myself. I’m mad at everything, and no, that is still not an excuse for my reaction. But we artistes are humans, and people have no idea what we go through. I’m sorry.”
He further expressed his respect and gratitude towards Naijashimadun, acknowledging the support he has received over time.
“@naijashimadunnn, I have big love and respect for you. You have always supported me, Egbon. That thing just got to me differently because of my current situation, and I’m truly sorry. I have never been the type to disrespect, once again I’m sorry for how I responded.”
Ayo Maff’s apology has since sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans empathizing with his situation while others emphasize the need for public figures to handle criticism with grace.
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