Nigerian music superstar Tiwa Savage has stirred widespread conversation online after a deeply personal interview with popular content creator Korty EO. In the candid discussion, the 45-year-old singer shared heartfelt reflections on her past relationships, motherhood journey, and how certain experiences shaped her life and career. The interview has since become a trending topic among fans and followers of Nigerian entertainment.

Tiwa Savage, a powerhouse in Afrobeats and one of Africa’s most recognised female artistes, did not hold back as she discussed her emotional journey into motherhood. She revealed that she initially struggled to bond with her son, Jamil Balogun, now 10 years old, because she had always wanted a girl child. “Honestly, I didn’t bond with my son for the first year or two,” she admitted, explaining that hearing she was having a boy brought unexpected emotional challenges.
The singer said she even cried upon learning the gender and felt overwhelmed by postpartum changes. Tiwa described how her body did not “snap back” after birth, affecting her confidence and leading her to feel that her career had been negatively impacted. She recalled losing a major endorsement at the time, saying she felt as if motherhood had “destroyed” her professional momentum.
Despite the difficult start, Tiwa said that her relationship with Jamil has since transformed into something beautiful. “But now, he is my best friend,” she shared, conveying how time and perspective have deepened their bond. The experience, she said, has inspired her approach to raising him, especially in teaching him to treat women with respect and kindness. “I always tell him, your mum suffered oo, make sure you treat any girl like a queen,” she told Korty EO.

Tiwa Savage also offered candid commentary on her romantic life. Reflecting on her past relationships, she described most of her experiences with men as disappointing, openly stating that many of them did not bring positivity into her life. In her words, aside from one special relationship, “all the men in my relationships were dicks,” a comment that has gone viral and sparked broad social media reaction.
She clarified that the one relationship she considers meaningful ended only because her partner passed away, and she spoke about him with respect and fondness. The admission added emotional depth to the conversation and gave insight into how personal loss has influenced her perspective on love.
Tiwa’s reflections come years after her high-profile marriage to music executive Tunji “Tee Billz” Balogun in 2013 and their eventual divorce in 2018. The couple share Jamil, and their relationship, both personal and professional, played out in the public eye, making her recent openness both brave and significant for fans and the public alike.

The singer’s interview also shed light on the emotional weight of balancing motherhood and a demanding career. By discussing her initial struggle with attachment and the pressure she felt about her body and public image, Tiwa struck a chord with many who have faced similar challenges in silence. Her honesty has fueled discussions about postpartum mental health, body image, and societal expectations of women in the entertainment industry.
Shortly after clips and highlights from the interview were shared across social platforms, social media users reacted with both support and debate. Many praised Tiwa Savage for her vulnerability, saying her candidness could provide comfort to women facing similar struggles behind closed doors. Others focused on her blunt commentary about past relationships and how it resonated with conversations around love and personal growth.
The interview has become one of the most talked-about entertainment topics in Nigeria this week, prompting fans, bloggers, and lifestyle commentators to dissect and celebrate her openness. Numerous posts lauded her authenticity, while others reflected on the complexities of parenthood in the spotlight.




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