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Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has stirred debate in the industry by challenging the long-held “Big 3” narrative that spotlights only Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.
According to Savage’s recent interview, she said it’s unfair to omit Tems from such discussions, given her impressive achievements, including a Grammy Award and a spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Tems has collaborated with major international artists and has been a driving force in Afrobeats’ global popularity
“I also feel like it’s unfair to have that conversation about the Big 3 and not mention someone like Tems,” Tiwa said, calmly making her point while seated in a black leather jacket during the chat.

Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has replied to unsolicited marital advice from a critic during a recent online Q&A session.
The session, held on Tuesday to build anticipation for her upcoming fourth studio album ‘This One Is Personal‘ — slated for release on August 29 — took a turn when followers on X began offering critiques instead of questions.
One user advised the award-winning singer to “get married and rest. Your time has passed”.
Savage’s response was dismissive: “Okay, NEXTT” — making it clear she had no intention of entertaining such negativity.
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Another fan suggested that Savage, 45, should retire from music and venture into business.
“Tiwa, if I were you, I would stop singing. Not because your music isn’t good, but because it’s high time you used the money you have and venture into business or genuine investment. You had a wonderful and fun youthful age and time,” the user wrote.
The ‘Kele Kele Love’ hitmaker responded with braggadocio, revealing she is far from needing a career change.
“Sweetheart, I have enough money and investments choke, no worry. The youthful age has just begun o,” she replied.
Savage recently made it clear she’s looking for a partner who owns a private jet and yacht.
The mother of one also revealed that she is now prioritising financial security over love in her romantic relationships.
In May, she disclosed that she is avoiding relationships with Nigerian men because of their “lack of romance”.
Savage tied the knot with Tunji ‘TeeBillz’ Balogun in 2013, and they welcomed their son Jamal in 2015. They, however, divorced in 2018.
Since her debut, Savage has solidified her status as one of Africa’s most influential and celebrated musical talents.
In July, Savage marked 12 years since the release of her debut album ‘Once Upon a Time’ (2013). Her other albums include ‘R.E.D’ (2015) and ‘Celia’ (2020).
Nigerian investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, has made fresh allegations against Afrobeats star Davido and Iyabo Ojo involving their ties to the late Mohbad and Naira Marley.
She alleged that their absence was linked to sensitive controversies surrounding both entertainers.
According to Olunloyo, Iyabo Ojo deliberately stayed away from the burial because the late singer Mohbad was billed to perform. She alleged that Mohbad had discovered that Ojo was allegedly sending his wife, Omowunmi, for hook-ups.
On Davido’s part, the journalist claimed the singer skipped the event because of his dealings with Zinoleesky, one of Marlian Music’s leading acts. She alleged that Davido had sent his aide, Dre DMW, in 2022 to woo Zinoleesky into joining his label, DMW, to weaken Marlian Music, which was enjoying immense success at the time.
Olunloyo further alleged that this move strained Davido’s relationship with Marlian boss Naira Marley, who, according to her, shaded the singer in several tweets throughout 2024.
“The 2 major celebrities that did not attend Tiwa Savãge’s father’s burial were Davido and Iyabo Ojo. Iyabo avoided due to Mohbad performing. He just found out Iyabo was sending his wife on hookups. Davido, for obvious reasons, sent Dre DMW to Zinoleesky in 2022 to get Zino into DMW. Davido wanted to collapse Marlian Music due to their endless success. This is why NM shaded David in tweets throughout 2024. They do not speak,” she wrote.

Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage reveals she’s still open to dating, as she lists requirements for her ideal partner.
However, she noted that she wants a man who has a private plane, a yatch, and doesn’t have a baby mama.
Her words …
“I am still looking for someone’s son. I don’t have… And I think it’s because I’m asking for specific things. Maybe I need to narrow my search down. Because what I’m actually looking for is someone that has a private plane, a yacht, someone who doesn’t have baby mama dramas, because, you know, I can’t… Yeah. So maybe, Shannon, is that my problem?”
Netizens’ reactions below …
@DaveDave606 said: “Baby mama no want who get baby mama drama😂
These black women and their delusions of grandeur”
@alaye_ng wrote: “40+ Single Mother of 40 looking for Billionaire to do Love with😂😂😂 no go pay your pikin school fees”
@sir_harbimz wrote: “Rich women looking for richer men to marry is why nobody takes them serious
You can’t be balling and still be dating for money, very tacky”
@emmyniceclip said: “The only problem is that I don’t have any of those things she mentioned”
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