Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage is once again in the spotlight not for her chart-topping hits, but for candid revelations about her romantic life and emotional journey. In a recent viral video, the award-winning singer shared her admiration for British-Nigerian rapper Skepta, jokingly lamenting that while she desires someone like him, she often ends up attracting “funny-looking men.”
“I want a guy like Skepta, but I keep getting funny-looking men,” Savage quipped, drawing laughter online and igniting conversation among fans.
Since her highly publicized 2018 divorce from music executive Tunji Balogun, popularly known as Teebillz, Tiwa has maintained a relatively private stance on her personal relationships. Her latest comments, however, offer a rare glimpse into her thoughts on love, healing, and what she truly seeks in a partner.
Earlier this year, during an interview, Savage opened up about her views on Nigerian men, praising their charisma and financial generosity while also critiquing their approach to romance. “Nigerian men have swag and they know how to spend, but they’re not romantic,” she said. “I’m not looking for someone who just splashes cash, I want something deeper.”
Her emotional depth was further highlighted in a December 2024 interview, where she spoke about the toll her separation from Teebillz took on her. The singer revealed that the announcement of their breakup was made by Teebillz on social media during a time she was silently battling postpartum depression.
“He announced the separation online. I didn’t end the relationship, but I was the one being blamed,” she shared. “Our son was just a few months old, and I was still adjusting physically and emotionally. Not many people checked on me everyone went to support him.”
Fans have since praised Savage for her honesty and resilience, with many calling her a voice for women navigating the complexities of love, motherhood, and self-worth. As she continues to bare her soul, Tiwa Savage is redefining what it means to be vulnerable in the spotlight using her platform not only to sing but to speak truth to pain, strength, and growth.
