Popular Nigerian afro-house singer, Niniola, has been thrown into mourning following the death of her husband, Michael Ndika, a development that has left fans and colleagues devastated across social media. The heartbreaking news was announced by the singer in a series of emotional posts shared on her Instagram page in the early hours of Wednesday.
According to reports, Michael Ndika was the Chief Executive Officer of NaijaReview, a multimedia platform known for promoting afro-house and contemporary African music. Although details surrounding his death were not immediately disclosed, Niniola’s emotional reactions reflected the depth of her pain and the emotional bond they shared over the years.
In one of the emotional posts, the singer simply wrote, “God took him,” while another post read, “My husband died.” She later revealed that they had spent 13 years together, sharing another emotional message that read, “God took him. 13 years. 13 f***ing years.” The heartbreaking revelation quickly triggered reactions from fans, celebrities, and sympathisers who flooded social media with condolence messages and prayers for the grieving singer. ..READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
The tragic news came as a major shock to many Nigerians, especially because Niniola has largely kept her private life away from public attention despite her fame in the entertainment industry. Many fans admitted they were unaware that the singer was married, making the announcement even more surprising online.
Niniola, who is also the elder sister of fellow Nigerian singer Teni, is widely regarded as one of the leading voices in Nigeria’s afro-house music scene. Over the years, she has earned praise for her unique sound, energetic performances, and contribution to the global growth of African music. Her husband was also believed to have played a supportive role in her career journey behind the scenes.
Since the announcement, social media platforms have been flooded with emotional tributes as fans continue to express sympathy and encouragement to the singer during what many described as one of the most painful moments of her life.
