In a surprising turn of events, the mother of Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr has made headlines with a bold announcement: she plans to meet her long-time crush at her daughter’s upcoming concert. In a statement released on social media, the proud mother, identified as Mrs. Ijeoma Ibilola, revealed that she would be attending the highly anticipated show to fulfill a personal wish that had been years in the making.
“Finally, I will meet him,” Mrs. Ibilola wrote, referring to the celebrity crush she has harbored for years. Though she didn’t name the object of her affection directly, the hints were enough to spark speculation among fans, with many suggesting that it could be one of the prominent stars set to perform at the concert.
In the same post, Mrs. Ibilola expressed her frustration with what she described as “ageist” comments and insults from people who have referred to her as “Mummy” due to her relationship with Ayra Starr. The singer’s meteoric rise to stardom has often placed her family in the spotlight, with her mother becoming a social media personality in her own right. However, Mrs. Ibilola was quick to address the name-calling, asserting that she is more than just Ayra’s mother and that she deserves respect as an individual.
“Some of you calling me ‘Mummy’ need to know I have a name too. I’ve earned my own identity outside of being Ayra’s mother,” she said, calling for people to stop reducing her to a mere title based on her daughter’s fame. “Yes, I’m Ayra’s mum, but I’m also a woman with my own goals and dreams.”
Fans have reacted positively to Mrs. Ibilola’s bold statements, with many applauding her for standing up for herself and expressing her desires unapologetically. Some have even taken to social media to share their own stories of defying societal labels and expectations.
Ayra Starr, for her part, has remained supportive of her mother’s plans. In a lighthearted tweet, the “Away” singer joked that she might need to keep an eye on the crowd at her concert to make sure her mum doesn’t “steal the show” from her.
The concert, set to take place in Lagos next month, is expected to be a star-studded event, with numerous high-profile personalities attending. With Ayra’s growing influence in the global music scene, it seems that her mother’s decision to embrace the limelight is just another chapter in the family’s rise to prominence.
As Mrs. Ibilola prepares for her big moment, one thing is clear: she is ready to claim her space, both as a proud mother and as a woman with her own ambitions. Whether or not she meets her crush remains to be seen, but her message to the world is loud and clear—she is more than just “Mummy.”
source: Legit.ng