Nigeria, April 12 -- A huge social dynamite recently exploded in the discourse of black magic. With the 2027 elections and early political manipulations already holding our lives by the jugular, the explosion went unnoticed. One of Yoruba's leading musicians, Saheed Osupa, real name Saheed Okunola, openly detonated the dynamite. On 30 March, at a live performance marking the birthday of a Yoruba actor, the musician admitted that he uses traditional spiritual power to fortify himself and enhance his musical success.

Osupa is a known adherent of the Islamic faith. Can anyone openly hoist two flags of black magic and Islam? A viral video of the Osupa confession instantly hit the airwaves. And tongues went wagging. Addressing his backup sing...