In a video that has taken social media by storm, Nigerian music icon Timaya and P-Square have stirred controversy with their unfiltered opinions on relationships and marriage during a casual chat with rapper Phyno. The video captures the artists advising Phyno to reconsider tying the knot with a Nigerian woman, labeling such unions as often “toxic” and suggesting alternatives like becoming a baby daddy. The video highlights frustrations in Nigerian dating dynamics while drawing sharp criticism for its generalizations.
The video shows Timaya animatedly sharing his views in a lively setting with friends around. He tells Phyno,
“Just born pikin, the pikin go grow. This marriage thing no dey work,”
Phyno, known for his introspective lyrics and low-key personal life, listens but offers no immediate rebuttal in the clip. The conversation seems light-hearted on the surface, but its implications have resonated widely in Nigeria. Timaya, a father of four from multiple relationships, has long advocated for non-traditional family structures, while P-Square (Peter and Paul Okoye) have navigated their own public marital ups and downs, including Paul’s recent divorce and remarriage.
As the video continues to circulate, it highlights tensions in Nigerian society regarding marriage, with rising divorce rates and evolving views on commitment. Whether this advice sways Phyno or others remains to be seen, but it has undeniably fueled a necessary conversation on mutual respect and shared responsibilities in relationships.