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Oxlade Reveals Racial Abuse in France and Inspiration Behind Debut Album

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Nigerian singer Ikuforiji Olaitan, widely known as Oxlade, recently opened up about a painful incident of racial abuse he experienced in France, which deeply influenced his artistic journey.

In a revealing conversation on The Datebizz podcast, Oxlade shared how the disturbing encounter in Monaco shaped the title of his debut album, Oxlade From Africa.

According to the singer, the event was a significant turning point in his life and career, awakening him to the harsh realities of racial discrimination.

Recalling the incident, he said, “I decided to name my album ‘Oxlade From Africa’ because I was racially abused in France, precisely Monaco.

That was what woke me up to be an African. It also made me realise that African stigma exists.”

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He explained that while Africans view themselves as regular human beings, the perception abroad can often be dehumanizing.

“In Africa, we see ourselves as normal human beings but outside Africa, they [foreigners] see us as monkeys, strange beings,” Oxlade lamented, highlighting the racial prejudice that many Africans face when traveling or living abroad.

A graduate of History and International Relations, Oxlade also offered a critical reflection on the names “Africa” and “Nigeria,” stating that both terms carry derogatory connotations.

He believes that these names, imposed during colonial times, continue to influence how the rest of the world perceives Africans, perpetuating stereotypes and stigma.

This perspective adds a deeper layer to his music, where themes of identity and African pride play a significant role.

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Oxlade’s experience underscores a broader conversation about the global African identity and the challenges of confronting racism in international spaces.

His album Oxlade From Africa serves not only as a personal statement but also as a cultural expression of pride in his heritage, born from adversity and resilience.

Through his music, Oxlade seeks to address these issues, creating a platform where African voices can rise above prejudice and reclaim their narrative.


 

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Singer Burna Boy Reveals His Desire to Have Children After 34th Birthday

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Popular Nigerian singer Burna Boy reveals his intentions to start a family soon as he desires having children. The singer recently celebrated his 34th birthday on the 2nd of July, 2025.

Burna Boy then thought out loud about the fact that time is going and he does not have any children.

“Na so Jowizaza follow me talk the last time, I come dey think about my life. Omo, I don dey old oh, I for begin born pikins.”


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Nollywood’s Yul Edochie Highlights Benefits of Cashless Policy in Message to Tinubu

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Nigerian actor Yul Edochie appeals to President Bola Tinubu to reinstate the cashless policy that was once introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

The actor took to his official Instagram page and addressed the president regarding the cashless policy. He highlighted the benefits of the policy and shared his belief on how the value of the naira would be increased.

“To my leader, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I humbly suggest you bring back the cashless policy. When it was introduced by the previous administration, it increased the value of the naira tremendously.”

“It helped to bring down prices of goods, and it made 5 naira, 10, 20 and 50 naira notes regain value. The cashless policy also helped to reduce kidnapping massively. Consider it again, Sir. Thank you, Your Excellency.”


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Daddy Freeze Questions 2Baba’s Change After Viral Interview and Apology

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Nigerian media personality Daddy Freeze reacts to singer 2Baba’s apology video after his comment on his split from Annie Idibia.

It can be recalled that the singer recently appeared on an interview and claimed that a man cannot have just one sexual partner. This caused fans to react, and the singer faced criticism for his words, for which he later apologized.

Daddy Freeze then reacted and commented that the singer is starting to change: “It seems to me there are people who are intentionally trying to derail any possibility of 2Baba going back to his legend status. I don’t know what has turned him into this, but this is not the Innocent Idibia that I know.”


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