JUST IN: Nigerian singer Victony has paid tribute to rapper Falz, revealing that the award-winning artiste gave him his first major opportunity in the music industry without asking for payment.
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Victony, the Nigerian singer and songwriter, has reflected on his journey in the music industry, crediting Falz for giving him his first major opportunity. According to the artiste, Falz supported his career at an early stage without requesting any payment, a gesture he said played an important role in his development.
Speaking about his career, Victony said music became his greatest source of strength during his recovery following a serious road accident. According to him, there were moments when he considered giving up on music because of the physical and emotional challenges he faced, but his passion for the craft kept him moving forward.
Victony also spoke about the personal sacrifices that have come with his growing success. He said members of his family have complained that he no longer spends enough time with them because of his demanding music career. The singer added that he is making efforts to improve that balance while continuing to pursue his goals in the entertainment industry.
Victony rose to prominence with a series of successful songs and collaborations that established him as one of Nigeria’s leading Afrobeats artistes. His recovery from a road accident drew widespread support from fans and fellow musicians, with many praising his determination to continue making music despite the challenges.
The development means Victony’s latest remarks have highlighted the value of mentorship and support within Nigeria’s music industry. His appreciation of Falz and his reflections on resilience, family and career have generated positive reactions from fans, while reinforcing the importance of perseverance in achieving long-term success.
