Adekunle Gold Prioritizes Genotype Compatibility with Simi

Singer Adekunle Gold disclosed on the One54 Africa podcast that he checked his wife Simi's genotype before they began their relationship, asserting that genotype compatibility was crucial for him. He stated, “I wouldn’t have married my wife if she were SS or AS.

She’s AA,” emphasizing his concern for the health of potential children. Gold framed this decision as a responsibility rather than a romantic consideration, reflecting his commitment to preventing the suffering associated with sickle cell disease.

He has a personal connection to the issue, as he has lived with the condition all his life and runs a foundation focused on raising awareness about sickle cell disease. Nigeria has the highest number of births with sickle cell anaemia globally, making genotype testing a vital public health topic.

Medical professionals advocate for early compatibility checks among couples to mitigate the risks associated with incompatible genotypes.