Nigerian singer Aituaje Iruobe, popularly known as Waje, has spoken out on the long-standing rumours linking her romantically with veteran rapper M.I Abaga.
The singer made the clarification during her appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast, where she said she never dated the rapper despite public assumptions.
Waje explained that the rumours began after their 2010 collaboration on the hit song One Naira, which many fans interpreted as a reflection of a real relationship.
According to Waje, the romantic theme of the track and the chemistry displayed in its music video led many to believe she was in a relationship with M.I.
She, however, revealed that it was purely artistic expression, adding that they both created characters that brought the song's love story to life.
"Because of the rollout and romantic theme of One Naira, a lot of people speculated that we were dating. But we never dated. We were just friends who saw how great a love story could be in a song," she explained.
Waje also revealed that she is currently single and not in a hurry to enter into any relationship.
She stressed that at her age, she is focused on building a stable and meaningful life and has no interest in being with a man who lacks direction or ambition.
The singer added that she no longer has the time or energy to "build a man," noting that she prefers a partner who is already emotionally and financially secure.