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- She said a sponsor withdrew their deal after she refused. The firm asked her to travel to Dubai with its chairman.
- Tiwa Savage (Tiwatope Omolara Savage) shared the story during a recent show. She said the moment made her see talent is overlooked.
- The singer said such demands hurt female artists and careers. The crowd responded with sympathy at her candid remarks.
Tiwa Savage (Tiwatope Omolara Savage) says she lost a major endorsement. The singer said the deal ended after she refused a Dubai trip request.
She told the audience a company insisted she travel with its chairman her recent endorsement loss. When she declined the trip the sponsor withdrew its offer without warning.
The refusal and fallout
The artist said the chairman wanted her to travel with him overseas to meet in person. She said the demand felt like a test she could not accept for work reasons.
She added that the incident showed how talent can be pushed aside for other aims. The audience reacted with sympathy when she described feeling undervalued by industry figures.
How it hit her career
Tiwa said losing the deal hurt both her income and her trust in some partners. She explained that the withdrawal came with no negotiation or apology.
She told the crowd the moment made her question industry standards for female performers. She argued that respect for creativity should matter more than unsafe demands.
Context and wider concerns
Industry sources say such pressures are not unique to one artist or company. The singer urged more open talks about respect and clear professional limits.
She also highlighted the broader issue of how female entertainers face extra pressure. The crowd’s support underlined public sympathy for artists facing unfair asks.
What comes next
Tiwa said she will keep pushing for fair deals that centre talent and safety. She asked managers and brands to set clear rules that protect artists.
Her public remarks continued a conversation about industry respect and artist welfare across Nigeria and beyond. She said the episode strengthened her resolve to prioritise dignity over quick deals her We Are Tired foundation.
