- – Nigerian Afrobeat artist Khaid, after a six-month hiatus due to severe illness, has re-emerged in the music scene.
- – Khaid sparked speculation and conversation by unfollowing all celebrity peers on Instagram, except Olamide, leading to rumors about strained relationships, particularly with his record label boss, Sydney Talker.
- – In a cryptic and defiant post on X (formerly Twitter), Khaid hinted at facing significant challenges during his illness, expressing resilience and a sense of overcoming adversities.
Nigerian singer and Afrobeat artist Sulaimon Shekoni Solomon, popularly known as Khaid, is back on the music scene. Khaid had been missing in action for almost six months due to a severe illness that had him away from the public eye.
Reports started pouring in around six months ago, detailing the young artist’s health crisis. A clip circulated online showing Khaid being rushed to the hospital, where he was declared to be in a critical condition. The news shocked many of his fans and prompted an outpouring of support from the music community.
To everyone’s relief, Khaid received visits from some of his senior colleagues, including well-known stars Adekunle Gold and Olamide. These acts of solidarity were captured in a heartwarming video from the hospital, showcasing the unity within the Nigerian music industry.
Controversy surrounds his social media activity
On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, Khaid broke his long silence by posting on Instagram for the first time in nearly five months. While fans eagerly welcomed his return, another action stirred up quite a bit of conversation. Khaid unfollowed all his celebrity peers on Instagram, including his record label boss, Sydney Talker. This purge surprised many and fueled speculation about the singer’s current relationships within the industry.
Interestingly, the only person Khaid did not unfollow was Olamide, the boss of YBNL, a major label in Nigerian music. This act of loyalty raised questions about his ongoing relationship with Sydney Talker. Sources suggest that his once-strong relationship with Sydney Talker had deteriorated during his time in the hospital, leading to a complete breakdown in communication between them.
Khaid took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to voice his thoughts, writing, “Thank God for helping me overcome what many would face and die. Them no fit hold the Boy, We Rise Again. Y’all set me up but can never shut me up. FYI, I’m Young Trump, I wish y’all long life so y’all can reap what you’ve sown accordingly.”
The post was cryptic yet defiant, hinting at undisclosed challenges during his illness. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what this new chapter holds for Khaid, both in terms of his music and personal life.
