Veteran broadcaster and music executive Kenny Ogungbe has opened up about a moment of remarkable generosity from Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem.
During an appearance on the Honest Bunch Podcast with Nedu Wazobia and other hosts, Ogungbe revealed how Abdulkareem once gave him ₦2 million to pay for his children’s school fees without being asked.
“Many years ago, I needed money to pay the school fees of my children. It was Eedris Abdulkareem who gave me ₦2 million. This was when $1 was ₦130. I didn’t even ask him; he just figured out that I needed something,” Ogungbe recounted.
Ogungbe emphasized the close bond he shared with the rapper, recalling his role as Abdulkareem’s best man at his wedding. He also praised the rapper’s wife, describing her as a remarkable woman, and revealed he had once advised Abdulkareem to avoid polygamy.
“I respect his wife till tomorrow. I advised Eedris not to marry more than one wife and not to have babies outside marriage because I came from a polygamous home,” Ogungbe added.
The account offered a rare glimpse into the rapper’s personal life and character, sparking comparisons to another Nigerian music legend, 2Baba.
The veteran broadcaster who recently exposed the truth about the ‘African Queen’ track stated he did not get the same form of generosity from 2Baba when asked.
Ogungbe recalled how he reached out to 2Baba for financial help in the past, but did not receive the same kind of support that Eedris Abdulkareem had shown him. Despite being a close associate and confidant of the Nigerian music legend, Ogungbe noted that his request for assistance was not met with the same response. This contrasted with Abdulkareem’s unsolicited gesture of offering financial help when it was most needed.
The revelation has since drawn admiration from fans, many of whom praised Eedris Abdulkareem for his thoughtful gesture and enduring friendship. Many have pointed out that Abdulkareem’s selflessness and loyalty to his friends and peers in the music industry continue to make him a standout figure in Nigerian entertainment.
In conclusion, Kenny Ogungbe’s heartwarming recount of Eedris Abdulkareem’s support highlights the deep camaraderie that exists among some of Nigeria’s biggest stars. It also sheds light on the importance of friendship and mutual support in the entertainment industry, where such gestures often go unnoticed by the public. Fans and listeners are now more aware of Abdulkareem's personal side, giving him an even more revered status within the Nigerian music scene. The story has sparked conversations about the power of generosity and the value of true friendship.
