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Rumours of association with Illuminati making me lose fans – Rema cries out
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Rema has opened up about the impact of false rumors circulating about him online, including claims that he is part of the Illuminati, worships the devil, and drinks blood.
In an exclusive interview with Rolling Stone, the Mavin Records artist dismissed these allegations as baseless, expressing frustration over how some fans blindly believe fabricated stories.
“Random stories have been made up about me being Illuminati, worshipping the devil, and drinking blood. I definitely lose some fans who just believe anything they see,” Rema said.
Beyond the rumors, Rema also spoke about the sentimental value of his pendants, revealing that they serve as a tribute to his late father and brother. He explained that these accessories keep him grounded despite his success, reminding him of his humble beginnings.
“It was just a dark moment that changed my life, so I always wear this chain—mostly because I never want to forget… While any craziness or any fantastic sht is happening, I always remind myself, ‘Know the struggles you came from,’ because, for real, people be forgetting.”
The “Calm Down” hitmaker also addressed Nigeria’s struggles, acknowledging that many Nigerians are losing hope due to the country’s economic and social issues. However, he remains committed to uplifting Afrobeats and Nigerian culture globally.
“A lot of people are giving up in Nigeria. A lot of people are angry at Nigeria. But I keep hope. There’s not a lot of people who would carry Afrobeats like this so much, carry culture.”
Despite being criticized for speaking out, Rema insists he is simply doing what he needs to do for his country and his craft.
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