Popular Nigerian gospel musician Yinka Ayefele experienced a moment of sheer astonishment during a recent stage performance, when an enthusiastic fan showered him with an extraordinary amount of money. The incident, which occurred during one of his live shows, was captured on video and later shared by the singer himself, sending social media into a frenzy.
A Downpour of Naira Notes
The hilarious clip shows Ayefele in the middle of a powerful performance when a man approached the stage. What happened next left the singer and his band members in stitches. The fan, armed with multiple thick bundles of crisp ₦5 notes, began to spray the music star relentlessly. Ayefele's hands were soon overflowing with the bales of cash, forcing him to juggle his microphone while trying to prevent the money from spilling onto the floor.
Despite the singer's smiling pleas for the man to stop, the generous fan was far from finished. He could be heard shouting, "Money na water," a popular Nigerian phrase suggesting that money is as plentiful as water. He even theatrically threw a bundle into the air, feigning hesitation before resuming his generous assault with more wads of cash. The singer, known for hits like "Sweetie," was visibly amused, breaking into laughter alongside his band members at the fan's dramatic display.
Fans React with Laughter and Calculations
The video, shared on Ayefele's Instagram page, quickly went viral, eliciting a wave of humorous reactions from fans and followers. Many were entertained by the singer's overwhelmed expression and the fan's unwavering generosity. A significant part of the online conversation revolved around trying to calculate the total amount sprayed on the stage.
One Instagram user, @zaraspecial_, commented, "I don calculate my brain tire to figure out how much dey there in total." Another user, @florish_kitchen, offered a breakdown: "Each bundle is 500# the complete big bundle na 250k oo, na still money sha big boss." Others defended the value of the ₦5 notes, with @glowupskinsignature1 humorously noting that the money could still buy essential groceries like "ijebu garri and crunchy kulikuli."
The overwhelming sentiment was one of joy and positivity. User @mimianocutemum_02 shared, "This video is giving me joy, see me smiling like mumu," capturing the lighthearted mood the clip inspired.
Ayefele's Recent Public Appearances
This amusing incident adds to a series of public moments for Yinka Ayefele, who has remained in the spotlight. Just a few weeks prior to this event, the singer had shared an adorable video of his triplets, delighting his fans. A few months earlier, he had also unveiled his magnificent new mansion.
This is not the first time Ayefele has trended recently for an interaction with a fan. Legit.ng had previously reported that after appearing on skit maker Isbae U's podcast, the content creator gifted the singer a skipping rope. Ayefele's reaction to that unconventional gift also sparked widespread amusement online.
The video of the money spraying serves as a vibrant example of Nigerian showmanship and the unique culture of appreciation between artists and their supporters. It underscores that in the world of entertainment, it's not always about the denomination, but the grand, unforgettable gesture that creates a lasting memory.
