Nigerian rapper Emeka Akumefule, widely known as Blaqbonez, has spoken candidly about his early life and rise to fame.

In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Blaqbonez revealed that his father abandoned him at birth, leaving him to grow up without a paternal figure.

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“My dad kind of dipped when I was born, so he wasn’t there. I wasn’t raised by my dad,” he said.

Despite his challenging upbringing, Blaqbonez has established himself as a force in the African music scene. During the conversation, he boldly declared himself “the best rapper in Africa,” claiming no other African artist has a stronger discography.

His talent has been recognized beyond Nigeria. Last year, Ghanaian-American singer Amaarae called him the best rapper in Nigeria, further cementing his reputation in the industry.