Popular Nigerian gospel singer Busola Oke, widely recognised for her hit song Eleyele, has offered a deeply personal reflection on the realities behind her public image, revealing years of emotional strain, financial hardship, and instability.
In a revealing conversation on Talk To B, the singer spoke candidly about the pressures she has quietly endured, exposing a side of celebrity life rarely seen by fans.
Here are three of the most touching revelations from her confession:
- She Reached a Deep Emotional Breaking Point
The singer revealed that there was a period when the weight of her struggles became overwhelming. She described feeling completely exhausted emotionally and spiritually, crying out for relief from the intense pressure she was facing at the time.
Despite how difficult things became, Busola said her faith remained the reason she kept going through that dark season of her life.
- She Couldn’t Pay Her N1 Million Rent
She disclosed that she was unable to pay her N1 million rent last September because she was struggling to survive financially.
Even when a junior colleague sent her N500,000 to support the rent payment, she had to use the money for food instead. The decision showed just how serious her situation had become, choosing basic survival over housing stability.
- She Is Exhausted From Simply Surviving
Beyond public appearances, the gospel singer admitted she is exhausted from constantly trying to stay afloat. She revealed she has been living in hotels and moving from place to place without a permanent home.
Rather than luxury, she said she simply wants stability, a secure place to live and a modest car to make daily movement easier. After years of appearing strong, she now openly says she needs help and hopes to rebuild her life.
Her honest confession has sparked conversations about emotional well-being, financial instability in the music industry, and the hidden struggles many public figures face behind closed doors.
Her story is a powerful reminder that fame does not always reflect personal stability, and that even those who inspire others may be quietly fighting their own battles.