The popular Nigerian creator shares shocking details about his severe mental health struggles
On August 29, 2026, Nigerian skitmaker Carter Efe revealed why he stopped making relationship content. He told podcast host Madame Joyce that his behind-the-scenes reality was extremely toxic. The creator explained that constant fights with his ex-girlfriend severely damaged his mental health.
The truth behind perfect internet couples often hides a very dark reality. Popular Nigerian skitmaker Carter Efe recently shocked fans with a sad personal confession.
On August 29, 2026, the creator sat down for an emotional chat. He joined host Madame Joyce on the Cocktails & Takeaways podcast. The pair discussed his rapid rise to fame and his past romance.
The dark side of internet fame
Carter built a massive online following as a pioneer of couple content. However, the creator confessed that the fake happiness slowly ruined him.
”I’m a smart boy. God gave me brain. I know say this thing go take my life.” Carter declared on the show.
The internet star admitted a deep reliance on his former partner. He stated that his entire creative process depended entirely on her presence.
”There was a time I could not do content if I don’t see my woman. If I don’t see my woman, I cannot shoot content.” The skitmaker explained.
Carter soon realized he needed a strong independent identity. He refused to tie his long-term success to another person. This unhealthy bond eventually forced him to rethink his brand.
”You don’t have to attach me to anyone. Like don’t attach my glory also to someone else.” Carter noted.
Constant clashes and mental drain
Fans always demanded to see the couple together on screen. The creator noted that viewers ignored their real-life personal issues.
”Some people don’t even care, even when you people are quarrelling, they will say they want two of you together in that video. I have to, like, use my own brain and say no.” He stated firmly.
The daily pressure to perform created a highly toxic environment. Carter painted a grim picture of their intense fights before filming. He had to make a very tough choice to protect himself.
”Do you know how many times I’ll cry before we shoot? we’ll f+ght, f+ght, f+ght before we start content, before we even shoot, before we face camera. We will now do post then a lot of people will now be saying love, love, love, love. Four thousand comments, five thousand comments. I was tired because behind scene is cr@zy. Your mental health is going” Carter confessed sadly.
The creative process itself became a massive source of conflict. The two creators constantly argued over simple video ideas.
”The woman will be saying she does not want this, you will be saying you want this, she will be saying no, this is the right one. Issue.” The star recalled.
Moving forward for good
Carter gained global fame for his massive viral hit song Machala. He eventually chose peace over the deceptive world of couple goals. Fans can learn more about how he dropped his toxic content style to save his career.
”But for real is that what we want to do for years. No, you can’t deceive people for years.” Carter asked the host.
The comedian now focuses fully on his solo comedy skits. His bold choice to quit fake content serves as a strong lesson.
