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Falz Reveals Inspiration Behind Law Career and His Father’s Lasting Influence
In a recent interview with media host Chude Jideonwo, Nigerian singer and rapper Folarin Falana, widely known as Falz, opened up about his journey into law, addressing the common assumption that he pursued the profession due to the immense success of his father, renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana.
Contrary to popular belief, Falz explained that his choice to study law was not influenced by pressure from his father’s achievements but rather by the stories and experiences of those who had been impacted by Femi Falana’s activism.
Falz reflected on his early years, sharing how, even as a child, he often encountered people who had stories of how his father had stepped in to fight for their rights.
These encounters, he said, left a significant mark on him, making him admire his father’s dedication to justice.
“I wouldn’t say I was pressured into studying law because of my dad, but growing up, I heard so many stories about how my father had fought for different people.
Every time someone heard my surname, they’d immediately ask if I was related to Femi Falana and then proceed to tell me how my dad had helped them,” Falz recounted during the conversation.
These experiences sparked a desire in him to follow a similar path, not out of obligation, but out of admiration for the work his father was doing.
“There was this sense of pride in knowing that my dad was out there fighting for justice,” Falz remarked.
He added that seeing the positive impact his father had on so many lives made him aspire to emulate that level of commitment to others.
However, his legal career would not last long as his passion for music took over.
After completing his law studies, Falz practiced for nearly two years before transitioning fully into music.
He began to gain popularity around 2014 when his music career started to take off, and the law firm he worked with became a thing of the past.
Falz explained that though his legal career was short-lived, it was an important chapter of his life, one that grounded him and helped shape his approach to societal issues, which he continues to address through his music today.
Falz has since become a prominent voice in Nigeria, not only through his songs but also through his activism.
He has used his platform to speak out on various social justice issues, including police brutality and government accountability, much like his father did through the law.
Despite leaving the courtroom behind, Falz has found his way to carry on the legacy of advocating for the people.
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has announced his upcoming wedding celebration with his longtime partner, Davita Lamai.
The couple revealed that their wedding celebration will take place on October 24, 2026, in a pre-wedding video shared on social media.
The video featured a voice-over from one of their children, who spoke about the love and support their parents have shown each other while reflecting on their family life.
Zlatan and Davita have been together for several years and share children. Their wedding announcement has since attracted congratulatory messages from fans, who are looking forward to the couple’s celebration.
The announcement comes after reports of a private civil ceremony earlier in 2026, with the upcoming event expected to mark another celebration of their union.
It’s a new month, which means K-drama fans have more series to add to their watchlists.
October 2026 brings a range of new Korean dramas, from romance and comedy to medical stories, mysteries and thrillers. Some have already premiered, while others are scheduled to arrive later in the month.
Here are 11 K-dramas to look out for this October:
- Your Personal Taxi
- Between Steps
- Take Charge of My Heart
- Doctor X
- 100 Days of Deception
- Make Me Tingle
- Love in Disguise
- Final Table
- Oh! My Guard
- Dead-End Job
- The Perfect Lie
Several global music stars began their careers while they were still teenagers, growing up in the spotlight as their songs gained popularity around the world.
Justin Bieber is one of the best-known examples. He rose to fame as a teenager after his music videos attracted attention online. Selena Gomez also became a household name at a young age through acting and music.
Here are 10 singers who achieved fame early in their lives:
- Justin Bieber – Rose to international fame as a teenager with songs such as “Baby.”
- Selena Gomez – Gained early recognition through acting before building a successful music career.
- Miley Cyrus – Became famous as a teenager through Hannah Montana and later released hit songs.
- Taylor Swift – Began her music career as a teenager and became known for country songs such as “Our Song.”
- Billie Eilish – Gained international attention as a teenager with “Ocean Eyes.”
- Rihanna – Rose to fame as a teenager with her debut single “Pon de Replay.”
- Ariana Grande – First became known through acting before establishing herself as a pop singer.
- Britney Spears – Became a global pop sensation as a teenager with “…Baby One More Time.”
- Shawn Mendes – Gained attention as a teenager by sharing song covers online before releasing his own music.
- Olivia Rodrigo – Built an acting career while young before achieving major music success with “drivers license.”
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