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Saida Boj — the lady willing to let a man ‘explore’ her body for N20m
Saida Boj, the influencer whose real name is Sarah Idaji Ojone, has been the centre of attention on social media following her controversial opinions about dating and sex.
On May 27, Saida was featured on The Honest Bunch podcast hosted by Nedu Wazobia, the on-air personality (OAP).
During the interview, she said she deserves to be paid for being “beautiful”. She said any man who gives her N20 million can “explore” any part of her body.
She also recalled her encounter with a married man who had money but “used” her. Saida said she “regrets the experience so badly”.
Saida described men as “cheap”, adding that she is “always happy” when women divorce their husbands after a failed marriage.
“My talking stage no dey last more than one day. If you dey talk to me for morning, I dey bill you for evening and if you no fit, you go,” she said in pidgin English.
“I do not have time. Life is stressing me already, do not come and add to my own. Men go make your eyes red. Some girls are understanding but that man will see you like a stupid person.
“As a lady, 24 hours after a man takes your number, you should bill him to know if he is capable unless you are wasting your time.
“You should pay me for being beautiful, do you know how much skincare cost? You should give me at least N500,000.
“If you can spend up to N20 million a week, you can go through anywhere in my body. N20 million, N50 million, that is money. If you cannot spend up to N500,000, you do not deserve my WhatsApp number.”
Saida’s remarks have since sparked mixed reactions on social media, with users expressing their differing opinions.
WHO IS SAIDA BOJ?
Saida was born on September 4, 2001, in Agbor, Delta state. Her father is from the Igala ethnic group in Kogi, while her mother is from Edo state. She is the eldest of four siblings.
The 22-year-old is a graduate of The American University of Nigeria, Yola, Adamawa state, where she studied Mass Communication.
The Abuja-based influencer began her career as a content creator. She gained fame after Tunde Ednut, the Instagram blogger, shared her videos on his page. Videos of her old skits also surfaced online after her controversial interview.
Saida previously revealed that her dream is to become an actress but breaking into the movie industry has been challenging.
Saida’s remarks about dating and sex have continued to trigger a wave of varying reactions from some Nigerians online.
While some users heavily criticised the influencer for making unrealistic demands and misleading young women, others defended her freedom of expression.
Seun Kuti, Erigga, and Dat Warri Girl are among the celebrities who have weighed in on the matter.
Seun said Saida’s critics are “hypocrites” who are jealous of the influencer for openly expressing her desires.
Erigga called her a “prostitute” while Dat Warri Girl slammed Saida for “dressing tacky” despite demanding huge amounts of money from men.
Subsequently, Saida’s TikTok page, which had over a million followers, was banned.
Her Instagram and Facebook accounts were also taken down after her content was flagged as inappropriate.
Saida, however, created another social media account and posted a video, slamming her critics for reporting her page.
“You are happy that they suspended my account but I will open another one. No amount of hate will ever make me change what I said. I said it and will say it again,” she said on Instagram.
Award-winning singer Tems has won the Best Recording of the Year award at the 17th Headies awards for her captivating single “Burning”.
The song, featured on her 18-track album “Born in the Wild”, showcases her exceptional artistry and musical prowess.
Tems was up against stiff competition, beating out fellow nominees Seyi Vibez, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr ft Giveon, Sarz, and Lojay.
The award, one of the most prestigious in Nigerian music, was announced and received by Tems’ mother.
Since its inception in 2006 as the Hip Hop World Awards, The Headies has grown into the most respected music award platform in Nigeria, celebrating the country’s biggest talents year after year.
Award-winning Afrobeat star, David Adeleke, also known as Davido won the Best Digital Artiste of the Year at the 17th annual Headies Awards.
A well-deserved crown, considering his outstanding influence across streaming platforms and online spaces.
Davido’s collaborative track, “Ogechi Remix” with Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel, also received multiple nominations.
The Headies, which celebrates excellence in the Nigerian music industry, held its 17th edition on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos.
The event gathered some of the industry’s biggest stars in a night of high-profile performances and recognitions.
Other major winners included Zerry DL, Tems, Funke Akindele, and Rema.
Full list of winners:
Rookie of the Year
Zerry DL — Winner
Taves
Kaestyle
Llona
Soundtrack of the Year
“Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack” – TCJ and Abbey Wonder (A Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack) — Winner
“Eledumare” – Teledalase (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre)
“Lose to Gain” – Kaline (Breathe of Life)
“Kill Boro” – Native Filmworks and Wizard Chan (Kill Boro)
“Orisa” – Beriola (Orisa)
“Emotions” – Tiwa Savage and Asa (Water and Garri)
Best Recording of the Year
“Burning” – Tems — Winner
“Different Patterns” – Seyi Vibez
“Higher” – Burna Boy
“Last Heartbreak Song” – Ayra Starr and Giveon
“Billions” – Sarz and Lojay
Best Vocal Performance (Male)
“Billions” – Lojay — Winner
“Moving” – Omah Lay
“Gratitude” – Anendlessocean
“For You” – Johnny Drille
“Ke Na Ke So” – Timi Dakolo
Best Vocal Performance (Female)
“I’m Done” – Liya — Winner
“Last Song Heartbreak” – Ayra Starr
“Level” – Niniola
“Stranger” – Simi
“Tomorrow” – Yemi Alade
Special Recognition Award Recipients
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos
Alex Okosi
Amaju Pinnick
Songwriter of the Year
“Vision” – Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma (Qing Madi) — Winner
“Stranger” – Simisola Kosoko (Simi)
“Can’t Breathe” – Michael Ajuma Attah (Llona)
“Family Meeting” – Emoseh Khamofu (Bloody Civilian)
“Stages of Life” – Fuayefika Maxwell (Wizard Chan)
Humanitarian Award Recipients
Temitola Adekunle Johnson
Michelle Mukoro (King Mitchy)
Producer of the Year
“OZEBA” – London — Winner
“Happiness” – Sarz
“Basquiat” – Magicsticks
“HEHEHE” – Rema, Producer X, Cubeatz, Deatz and Klimperboy
“Different Patterns” – Dibs
Afrobeats Album of the Year
HEIS – Rema — Winner
Stubborn – Victony
Work of Art – Asake
The Year I Turned 21 – Ayra Starr
Jiggy Forever – Young Jonn
Music Video of the Year
“EGWU” – Director Pink — Winner
“Charm” – Rema, Perliks and Folarin Oludare
“Metaverse” – Jyde Ajala
“Like Ice Spice” – Perliks and Emeka Shine Shine
“Ojapiano” – Mattmax
“Showa” – TG Omori
“Na Money” – Dammy Twitch
Afrobeats Single of the Year
“Big Baller” – Flavour — Winner
“Big Big Things” – Young Jonn (feat. Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez)
“Twe Twe Remix” – Kizz Daniel
“Egwu” – Chike (feat. Mohbad)
“Remember” – Asake
“Ogechi Remix” – Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel (feat. Davido)
Headies’ Viewers’ Choice
“Egwu” – Chike & Mohbad — Winner
“Big Baller” – Flavour
“Big Big Things” – Young Jonn (feat. Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez)
“Ogechi Remix” – Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel (feat. Davido)
“Showa” – Kizz Daniel
“Different Pattern” – Seyi Vibez
“OZEBA” – Rema
“Love Me Jeje” – Tems
“Cast” – Shallipopi (feat. Odumodublvck)
“Dealer” – Ayo Maff (feat. Fireboy DML)
Headies Next Rated
Odumodublvck — Winner
Qing Madi
Shallipopi
Ayo Maff
Nasboi
Best Digital Artiste of the Year
Davido — Winner
Ayra Starr
Rema
Shallipopi
Tems
Kizz Daniel
Asake
Best East African Artiste of the Year
Juma Jux (Tanzania) — Winner
Bien (Kenya)
Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
Bruce Melodie (Rwanda)
Azawi (Uganda)
Music legend 2Baba has officially introduced his new partner, lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, to his family in a video that has since gone viral.
The introduction follows a rocky chapter in 2Baba’s personal life, including a widely publicised breakup with his longtime partner, Annie Macaulay, and an emotional plea from his mother urging Natasha to distance herself from the singer.
Earlier this year, 2Baba’s mother, Rose, made headlines when she tearfully appealed to Natasha to “release” her son from what she described as a troubling relationship.
“This message is for Miss Natasha Osawaru of Edo State. I’m calling on all mothers in Nigeria to help me beg her to free my son,” she stated.
The matriarch’s heartfelt message sparked widespread attention, with many wondering if the family would ever accept Natasha as a part of 2Baba’s life.
However, it appears that Rose has had a change of heart.
According to recent videos, Natasha met with 2Baba’s family, including his mother, in a private gathering that seemed to signify a new chapter in their relationship.
The meeting also included other key family stakeholders.