Adekunle Gold Discusses Genotype Compatibility with Simi

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold revealed in an interview on the One 54 podcast that he would not have married his wife, Simi, if she had the SS genotype, which is linked to sickle cell disease. He explained that sickle cell disease causes red blood cells to form a crescent shape, leading to various health complications.

Gold stressed the necessity for increased awareness regarding genotype compatibility, urging individuals to understand their genotype before entering relationships or having children. He stated, “There is so much awareness to be done...

If you have sickle cell, forget about love, you can’t be with someone with sickle cell too.” Gold mentioned that he and Simi underwent a genotype test when they first met to ensure compatibility, confirming that Simi has the AA genotype. He reiterated that if Simi had been SS, he would not have married her.