Nigerian singer Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, popularly known as Iyanya, has revealed how his career in the spotlight has affected his romantic life, leaving him cautious about relationships.
Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the Kukere hitmaker explained that past experiences with manipulative partners have left him with commitment issues, contributing to his current single status at 39.
“I’m not thinking of a serious relationship or marriage because I’m not mentally ready yet. If you are patient and stick around until I get to a convenient space, then we can do it,” Iyanya said.
He recounted that many women he dated threatened to go public whenever misunderstandings arose, which deeply impacted his trust. “When you are famous, you always have girlfriends who can’t wait to go to the blogs when you have misunderstandings… That kind of made me develop commitment issues because it has happened several times,” he added.
The singer, who has spent 17 years in the music industry, said his emotions are real but past betrayals have made him wary. “Of course, I have emotions, so I’ve met people and fell in love with them genuinely. But they always threatened me with going to the blogs whenever we have issues,” Iyanya explained.
As a result, Iyanya has embraced celibacy to navigate his struggles with commitment, although he admitted maintaining it consistently remains a challenge.
The candid revelations offer a glimpse into the personal toll fame can take on relationships, highlighting the delicate balance celebrities must strike between their public and private lives.
