Popular Nigerian singer, Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, professionally known as Mayorkun, has addressed allegations made by social media influencer, Nicki Dabarbie, who accused him and fellow artist, Skibii of plotting to use her for a money ritual.
On Friday, April 19, 2024, Dabarbie claimed in a series of social media posts that the artists intended to use her for a ritual. Mayorkun, who had remained silent on the matter, took to his X handle on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, to express his frustration over the spread of these negative accusations and the public’s reaction.
The talented singer stated that he had never met Nicki Dabarbie and was unaware of her existence until the allegations surfaced online. He emphasized that the case is currently in court and that he would not allow these defamatory claims to go unchallenged due to their impact on his reputation and career.
Mayorkun reiterated his innocence, stating, “I never met that person on the said day, still never seen that person till this day, never knew about that person’s existence not until those allegations came up.” He further explained that many people believed the false story, which prompted him to publicly address the issue.
In a surprising turn, Mayorkun released a new song titled Under The Canopy, which incorporates voice recordings of Nicki Dabarbie’s accusations. He shared a video on Instagram of himself recording the song, captioned, “At the end of the day, the day gotta end! ‘under the canopy’ out at midnight!”
Mayorkun’s decision to turn the controversy into music demonstrates his resolve to clear his name and address the situation creatively.
You know, I was going to let this remain as a court case but when I checked the comments under some of the blogs where these ridiculous allegations were posted, I was quickly reminded of how gullible most people are on the internet and how they are ready to run along, spreading…
— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
Just for the record, I never met that person on the said day, still never seen that person till this day, never knew about that person’s existence not until those allegations came up.. yet she claimed I put ‘something’ in her drink.
A lot of people believed that story and you…— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
I took this time off because I didn’t want to act out based off of emotions, because if I did; I’ll definitely act out of character.. and that is not who I am.
— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
For weeks; I’ve been getting calls from brands I work with, colleagues, friends & family about this rubbish and you know what makes it worse? You social media commentators, internet police, even people I used to think I’m cool with.. scrambling for the tiniest bit of clout and…
— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
I wanna re-instate, I have never seen this person before even as I am typing this! I still haven’t set my eyes on this person..
Like what else can I say? How else can I prove this?
— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
There’s no need for me to ask for an apology where I won’t get any. I just needed to say this publicly and get it off my chest.. cos if it was a case of ‘cancellation’ as many people are quick to do, I for don go back to dey find work for bank..
— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
But as they didn’t wait to hear my side of the story before they slandered my name, I would keep the same energy and not listen to anyone’s opinion while I press full charges.. even though I’m aware she’s remanded in prison at the moment but not on my own charge.. YET!
— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) May 15, 2024
