Nigerian music artist Oluwasanmi David, professionally known as Spyro, has firmly addressed swirling speculation about his possible connection to BBNaija star Nengi’s newborn daughter, calling Nigerians “ignorant” for jumping to conclusions based on his congratulatory message.
The controversy began when Nengi, whose full name is Rebecca Hampson, shocked social media over the weekend by announcing the birth of her first child. The former Big Brother Naija housemate shared an emotional video from her hospital bed cradling her newborn daughter, describing the experience as “the purest form of love.”
Following her announcement, Spyro joined numerous celebrities in congratulating the new mother. He posted a clip of Nengi on his Instagram page with the caption, “The Angels definitely singing congratulations on this one.” This seemingly innocent celebratory message quickly sparked intense speculation among followers who flooded his comment section questioning if he was the father of Nengi’s child.
The “Who’s Your Guy” hitmaker responded to the rumors through his Instagram story with evident frustration. “Nigerians Very ignorant set. That is exactly why the rich gets richer, and the póor gets poórer. But then again, what do I even know? Congratulations again, my Nengs,” he wrote, suggesting the public’s tendency to create narratives based on limited information reflected a broader societal problem.
This is not the first time Spyro has publicly supported Nengi. When rumors circulated earlier about Nengi being pregnant by a married man, the singer came to her defense, urging people to “mind their business” and “let her be.” He described her as “God’s child” who possesses both “inner and outer beauty,” indicating a friendship or at least mutual respect between the two entertainers.
The foundation for these paternity speculations may have been laid last year when Spyro openly discussed his admiration for the reality star. In previous statements, he admitted having a crush on Nengi, even claiming he could “never be in the same room with her so people wouldn’t use her to get to him.” The singer further fueled relationship rumors when he shared matching photos of them on Instagram, suggesting their “unplanned photos” might be a sign they should be together, playfully asking the “Holy Spirit to speak to him concerning his crush.
These previous interactions created fertile ground for speculation when Nengi announced her pregnancy without revealing the father’s identity. Social media users quickly connected dots between Spyro’s past admiration and his prompt congratulatory message, leading to the paternity rumors he now dismisses.
Nengi, who rose to fame during her participation in the fifth season of Big Brother Naija in 2020, has maintained privacy regarding her daughter’s father. The reality star, model, and entrepreneur has previously been linked to various high-profile individuals but has generally kept her romantic life private despite her public career.
Celebrity culture experts note that such speculation is common when public figures announce pregnancies or births without identifying the other parent. In the absence of information, fans and followers will create narratives that align with what they’ve observed or what they hope to be true,” explains media analyst Folarin Adebayo. “The relationship between Spyro and Nengi has been the subject of public interest precisely because both parties have shared enough to suggest possibility without confirming reality.”
The incident highlights the challenges celebrities face in maintaining personal boundaries while living public lives. For female celebrities in particular, pregnancy announcements often trigger intense public scrutiny and speculation that can overshadow what should be a personal milestone.
Nengi has not directly responded to the paternity rumors, choosing instead to focus on celebrating her new role as a mother. Her announcement post reflected joy and gratitude rather than addressing the public’s curiosity about her child’s father.
For Spyro, whose musical career has been gaining significant momentum with hits like “Who’s Your Guy” and “Available,” the paternity speculation represents an unwelcome distraction from his professional achievements. His frustrated response suggests the rumors may have crossed a line from harmless gossip to unwanted invasion of privacy.
Social media reactions to Spyro’s denial have been mixed, with some fans apologizing for jumping to conclusions while others remain convinced there might be more to the story than either party is willing to share publicly.
As both entertainers continue their respective careers, the incident serves as a reminder of the double-edged sword of fame in the digital age. While social media provides unprecedented platforms for connection with fans, it also creates spaces where speculation can quickly spiral into accepted narrative without factual basis.
For now, Nengi appears focused on embracing motherhood while Spyro continues building his musical legacy, both navigating the complex terrain of celebrity in Nigeria’s vibrant entertainment industry—where private lives and public personas often collide in unexpected ways.
