- Rapper Mr Real apologized to D’banj after earlier accusing him of valuing the CREAM platform and allegedly failing to pay for a £20m deal.
- He admitted misunderstanding the situation and withdrew his comments after D’banj reportedly took legal action.
Nigerian rapper Mr Real has reversed his previous criticism of D’banj and his CREAM (Creative Reality Entertainment Arts and Music) platform and issued a public apology.
D’banj claimed in a November 2025 interview with Micon Podcast that the CREAM platform was valued at $3 billion. Mr Real reacted at the time, accusing D’banj of simply “packing” the platform and claiming he was owed £20m for the ambassadorship deal.
In a new video posted on Instagram on Monday, Mr Real admitted he had misunderstood the situation and apologized for his remarks. He called D’banj a major influence on his career and expressed regret at the tone and public nature of his comments. Mr Real said he had withdrawn his statement and would make no further public comments while he worked to resolve the issue amicably.
The apology follows reports that D’banj filed a petition against the rapper through his legal team.
In other news… Afrobeat star Oxlade reveals he doesn’t smoke or do drugs and attributes his lifestyle choices to his upbringing and religious background. He revealed the news during an interview with gospel singer Tim Godfrey.
The Ku Lo Sa hitmaker said he comes from a devout Christian and musical family and began his musical journey in a church choir. According to him, this foundation shaped his values, personality and overall approach to music.
“I don’t smoke. I don’t do drugs. I am the choir coordinator for every age group; children’s church, youth church, youth choir and mass choir.
“I’ve been in choir my whole life. I grew up in a family that loved music. My grandmother was a deaconess and a great singer. My grandfather had been a multi-instrumentalist.
“My mom dances and sings. I have a pastor in the family. My gospel music writing is actually the best. Gospel music is the best music,” he said.
The singer added, “No matter which way you look at me, you should know that God has blessed me just as He has blessed you. If God doesn’t want your debut album to tour 40 cities, then as long as God ordains these steps and actions, I have nothing to worry about.”
