A story from a concert more than a decade ago has resurfaced online. Media personality Tunde Perry says one experience changed the way he viewed singer May D.
LAGOS — Tunde Perry has claimed that he stopped admiring Nigerian singer May D after an incident at Fela’s Shrine in 2012. Speaking in a video shared online, Perry alleged that he caught a chain thrown into the crowd by the singer during a live performance, only to later discover that it had little or no resale value.
Why He Shared the Story
According to Tunde Perry, the incident happened while May D was performing one of his hit songs, including a collaboration with P-Square, at Fela’s Shrine in Lagos.
Perry said he struggled to catch the chain after the singer threw it into the audience. He explained that he believed the jewellery was made of gold and thought it would be valuable.
What Tunde Perry Said
Recounting the experience, Tunde Perry said he was excited after catching the chain and believed his financial situation had changed.
He claimed that the following day he took the chain to a buyer, who allegedly told him it had little or no monetary value.
These remarks reflect Tunde Perry’s personal account of the incident. May D has not publicly responded to the claim at the time of publication.
Who Is May D?
May D, whose real name is Akinmayokun Awodumila, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who gained national recognition with songs including “Soundtrack” and collaborations with P-Square. He was previously signed to Square Records before leaving the label to continue his solo career.
Over the years, he has remained active in Nigeria’s music industry with new releases and performances.
What This Means for Fans
The development means old entertainment stories continue to generate fresh conversations on social media, especially when they involve popular artists and memorable moments from live performances. Since the account is based on Tunde Perry’s personal recollection, readers should note that it has not been independently verified and May D has not commented publicly on the allegation.
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