Nigerian singer Destiny Boy, 20, announced the birth of his first child with partner Iremide, sparking social media reactions. While many congratulated the young artist, others debated his age and readiness for fatherhood. The announcement has fueled lively discussions on young parenthood and responsibility in Nigeria.
Nigerian singer Destiny Boy, aged 20, recently welcomed his first child, a baby boy, with his partner Iremide, sparking lively discussions across social media. Destiny Boy shared the news on Instagram, expressing gratitude and joy with the words, “Alhamdulillah. Junior is here. My first son.” The post quickly attracted thousands of reactions from fans and fellow artists congratulating the young artist on his new role as a father.
While many commenters celebrated Destiny Boy’s new milestone, others had mixed opinions about his young age, with comments ranging from humorous remarks about whether singles would “see 2025 like this,” to concerns that the singer “should still be in school.” Some defended him, noting that he took responsibility for his child, with one user remarking, “At least he took responsibility…not the one that will deny it.” Others compared him to previous generations, with some saying, “As long as he can provide for his family, let him be.”
