Real Warri Pikin Apologizes After Timaya Lifts Her
Nigerian comedian Real Warri Pikin issued an apology to Nigerians following reactions to a viral video of singer Timaya lifting her during his performance at the 2026 AFRIMMA Awards held in Dallas, Texas. Real Warri Pikin, who won the Best Stand-Up Comedian award at the ceremony, explained that she was backstage enjoying the show when Timaya invited a woman to join him on stage.
Initially, she declined but later agreed after Timaya reassured her. She expressed surprise at being lifted during his performance of the song "Ukwu." In her apology, she asked Nigerians to be lenient, stating, “Nigerians, please take it easy on me, I’m really sorry.
I take full responsibility for my actions. Na me put myself for this one.” She also mentioned that her husband, Ikechukwu, was unhappy about the incident, noting that he was far away in America.
The incident has sparked ongoing discussions online following her AFRIMMA victory.
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