Canadian rapper, Drake, has caused a stir among his Nigerian fans after sharing the results of his father’s DNA ancestry test results on his Instagram story. The test revealed that the rapper’s father is 30% Nigerian, prompting Drake to question whether he can finally identify as a “Naija man.”
The news quickly spread across social media, with many Nigerian fans expressing excitement over the possibility of the rapper having Nigerian roots. Some even went as far as to invite him to visit the country and explore his heritage.
Others, however, were more skeptical, pointing out that DNA tests can be unreliable and that having Nigerian ancestry does not necessarily make one a Nigerian. Some also criticized Drake for only embracing his Nigerian roots now that it is trendy and potentially profitable in the music industry.
Regardless of the reactions, the disclosure has once again brought attention to the growing popularity of Nigerian music and culture on the global stage. Who knows if Drake will soon be dropping a collaboration with some of Nigeria’s top artists.
