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“God Delayed My Success to Inspire Others” – Tiwa Savage Claims
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage recently shared her perspective on the timing of her success, attributing the delay in her career breakthrough to divine intervention.
Speaking on The Receipts podcast, the 44-year-old star opened up about her journey, emphasizing how God’s timing has played a significant role not just for her, but for others who may be facing similar struggles.
Tiwa revealed that she often questioned why she didn’t achieve fame and success in her twenties, despite her relentless efforts.
Her big break came in her thirties, a period when many people might feel like their chances are dwindling.
Reflecting on this, she now believes that this delay had a greater purpose, to serve as inspiration for young women who fear that time is running out for them.
In her words, “I feel like God did this intentionally. I used to wonder why my success was delayed.
But now, I see that it was to uplift and encourage others.
Maybe there’s a 25-year-old woman out there who feels uncertain about her future.
When she sees that my breakthrough came in my thirties, it reassures her that there’s still time to achieve her dreams.”
Tiwa Savage’s journey to stardom wasn’t an overnight success.
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, and later moving to London at the age of 11, she pursued her passion for music while balancing other challenges.
Before breaking into the Nigerian music scene, Tiwa worked as a backup singer for global stars like Mary J. Blige and George Michael.
She also attended the Berklee College of Music, honing her skills and preparing for the moment when the world would finally recognize her talent.
The long-awaited trial in the murder case of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has reached a major development, with Duane “Keffe D” Davis sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on October 13, 2026.
Davis was convicted of first-degree murder in August 2026 for his role in orchestrating the 1996 killing. Tupac was shot in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.
During the sentencing, the judge addressed Davis, rejecting his claims that he had changed his life and moved on from his past. “Mr. Davis, for three years, I’ve heard you say some variation of the same thing to law enforcement, [in interviews], in your book, and it’s something like, ‘Yeah, I was involved in this, but I’m different. I’ve moved on. I got out of Compton. I’m a grandfather now.’ I’m here to tell you that’s not how this works,” the judge said.
She continued “You don’t get to take a man from his family. You don’t get to take his very life, his whole future from him, and just walk away from it. Especially when that man is Tupac Shakur.
“The world never forgot about him and his death, and neither did Las Vegas. It took us 30 years, but at this time, you are going to face justice for what you did on Sept. 7, 1996.”
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on how his perception of YouTube movies has changed over the years. The actor recalled that there was a time when he looked down on movies released on YouTube.
However, he now appreciates the opportunities they have provided for his career and joked that he might have struggled financially if he had continued to dismiss them.
Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, Egbuson wrote “Can’t believe I was looking down on YouTube movies at some point. Hunger go don kpai me by now.”
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has advised young people who are still living with their parents not to rush into moving out because of peer pressure.
The singer encouraged young people to focus on their personal circumstances rather than compare their lives with those of others. He noted that there is no need to leave their parents’ homes simply because they want to feel independent.
Sharing his advice, Dakolo said “No hurry, leave your papa house because of peer pressure. Forget all that, ‘I don’t have my freedom here.’”
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