Nigerian artist Oxlade disclosed that he endured two years of blackmail over intimate videos before they were leaked online, resulting in the loss of endorsement deal worth N400 million. In an interview with entertainment journalist Joey Akan, Oxlade confirmed the authenticity of the videos.
He expressed relief at no longer paying the blackmailer, but lamented the impact on his family, with his grandmother fearing for her safety. The ordeal led him to a dark phase and rehabilitation in the UK. Oxlade suggested that the release of multiple videos signaled a targeted effort against him, revealing a lesson about betrayal from those closest to him. Despite the ordeal, he noted his growth and success with one of the country’s biggest songs in 2023