I’ve An Uncle Who Is Now In Politics,I Won’t Mention His Name,But He Is Very Rich And Popular–Lojay

According to a report by Daily Post on Wednesday October 14, 2026, Nigerian singer Lojay has opened up about the challenges he encountered while pursuing his music career, revealing that some members of his family doubted his ability to succeed in the entertainment industry.

The ‘Monalisa’ crooner disclosed that his decision to venture into music was met with discouragement, including from a wealthy and influential uncle who predicted that he would never become successful.

Lojay shared the experience during a recent livestream conversation with content creator Gilmore, where he reflected on the difficulties he faced while trying to establish himself as a musician.

According to the singer, the opposition he encountered did not come only from people outside his family, as some of his relatives also expressed doubts about his chosen career path.

He recalled that his uncle, who is now involved in politics, openly discouraged him when he expressed his intention to pursue music professionally.

Although he did not disclose the identity of the relative, Lojay described him as a wealthy and popular individual with considerable influence.

The singer explained that his uncle did not believe he would make a name for himself in the highly competitive music industry.

Recounting the incident, Lojay said, “I have an uncle who is now in politics. I won’t mention his name, but he is very rich and popular. When I wanted to start music, he told me I would never blow,” he recalled.

His account highlights the kind of scepticism aspiring musicians can encounter when choosing careers in the entertainment industry, particularly when their decisions differ from the expectations of family members.

Despite the discouragement, Lojay continued to pursue his musical ambitions and eventually gained recognition in the Nigerian music scene.

The singer is widely associated with his hit song ‘Monalisa’, which helped increase his popularity among music fans.

His revelation offers insight into his journey to success and the doubts he had to overcome while building a career in music.

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