The singer Mayorkun shares the reasons behind concealing his mother’s identity for an extended period.

Renowned Nigerian artist, Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, widely known as Mayorkun, recently opened up about his decision to keep his mother’s identity private for an extended period. In a candid conversation with Taymesan on Saturday, Mayorkun revealed that he chose not to disclose his mother’s identity to avoid receiving preferential treatment.

In a viral video circulating on the internet, the singer shared that during his university days, he deliberately kept his mother’s identity as actress Toyin Adewale under wraps. He expressed his dislike for the special treatment that often accompanied his mother’s fame, recalling the challenges he faced with fake attention.

Mayorkun disclosed that he and his brother were hesitant about their mother’s celebrity status while growing up, as they craved a sense of normalcy and freedom. Even during his university years, he took deliberate measures to conceal his connection to the popular movie star.

Reflecting on his experiences, Mayorkun mentioned an incident where his mother brought food to him at school. In order to avoid unnecessary attention, he swiftly retrieved the items from her, ensuring that others didn’t realize she was his mother. The singer emphasized his intentional decision to maintain privacy around his family background during his formative years.