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“I’m highly sorry” – Teebillz makes U-turn, apologizes for supporting Naira Marley

Teebillz retracts controversial statements defending Naira Marley and Zinoleesky amid backlash

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October 3, 2023
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“I’m highly sorry” – Teebillz makes U-turn, apologizes for supporting Naira Marley
  • Talent manager Teebillz retracts his defense of Naira Marley and Zinoleesky on social media after facing public backlash.
  • Teebillz had criticized cancel culture and called for forgiveness for Naira Marley, who was accused of antagonizing Mohbad prior to the latter’s death.
  • Many Nigerians expressed outrage over Teebillz’s defense of the controversial singer, leading to heated debates on social media.
  • Teebillz posts an apologetic statement, acknowledging the insensitivity of his earlier remarks and expressing a desire to support the young artists.

Talent manager Teebillz, who had previously defended Nigerian singers Naira Marley and Zinoleesky on social media, has apologized for his controversial statements following an online backlash.

Teebillz, the ex-husband and former manager of famous singer Tiwa Savage, had initially criticized cancel culture and urged Nigerians to forgive Naira Marley, who had reportedly antagonized Mohbad prior to the latter’s death.

Teebillz retracts controversial statements defending Naira Marley and Zinoleesky amid backlash
Nigerian music executive and ex-husband of Tiwa Savage, Teebillz, Photo source: Google

Teebillz’s defense of Naira Marley and Zinoleesky had sparked outrage among many Nigerians, who took to social media to express their disapproval.

However, it appears that the online backlash has prompted a change of heart from the talent manager.

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In a recent development, Teebillz posted an apologetic statement on his social media accounts, acknowledging the insensitivity of his earlier post.

He expressed regret for any offense caused and clarified that he did not intend to undermine anyone’s feelings or opinions.

Instead, he stated his desire to offer help and support to the young artists, emphasizing the role of mental health in the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s passing.

In his words;

“I’m sincerely sorry for the insensitivity of my earlier post! I don’t mean to undermine anyone’s feelings or opinion… I just rather be of help to this young man than judging him based on association alongside being a product of his environment!!! MENTAL HEALTH played a major role in MOHBAD’s last days whether you agree with me or not! ZINO is definitely feeling the impact too mentally now!!! My heart also goes out to SOLID STAR…

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