7 Nigerian Celebrities That Show Off Their Love for Cannabis

Many Nigerian celebrities show love for cannabis with style, but is weed legal in Nigeria? The country’s laws don’t permit residents to buy weed seeds, while planting, cultivating, importing, or exporting the plant is also punishable.

Despite the government’s stance, some famous names in the entertainment industry showcase their affection for the plant. While some stars are vocal about its medicinal properties, others reap the recreational benefits.

A social media visit to top Nigerian celebrity pages proves binge smoking is a habit. Do you know the country’s stars expressing love for marijuana? We’ve compiled a list with all the details.

Let’s get started.

Who Are the Nigerian Celebrities Showing Love for Marijuana?

Some Nigerian celebs, from songwriters to producers and musicians, want you to know they love cannabis. Below are a few names.

1. Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu (Burna Boy)

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, or Burna Boy, a Grammy award-winning musician, tops Nigeria’s list of celebrities supporting marijuana use through his songs. In 2013, the Afrobeats sensation glorified the plant in a music video titled “Smoke Some Weed.”

The Nigerian star publicly displayed himself smoking in the presence of his mother, Bose Ogulu, on social media in 2020. He was on Instagram live exchanging blunts with a friend while dancing with his mom.

In 2022, he released a track titled “Igbo and Shayo,” indicating his need for weed and alcohol after suffering heartbreak.

Black Cannabis Magazine also recently announced Ogulu’s marijuana brand, BrkFst, which he launched in South Beach, Miami.

2. Oluseun Anikulapo (Seun) Kuti

Oluseun Anikulapo, or Seun Kuti, is the youngest son of the legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti. He’s also one of the famous Nigerian celebrities born in January.

Like his father, the afrobeat musician has shown off love and support for marijuana over the years.

Kuti spoke about the government’s limited knowledge of cannabis’ reported health benefits in 2012. He described the ban on the plant as illogical and clamored for Nigerian weed legalization.

The Afro sensation said that marijuana is not only for smoking but also emphasizes its medicinal properties.

In 2015, Kuti advised the government to research the uses of marijuana. After noting Nigeria has no basis for the ban, he launched THC, a T-shirt line promoting weed.

The star also revealed he’s loved cannabis since a young age and often smokes with his mother.

3. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (Wizkid)

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun is another Grammy award-winning Nigerian celebrity who enjoys showing his love for cannabis. Wizkid once showed affection for marijuana on a radio show.

Wizzy, or Starboy as fans often call him, told listeners he smokes weed and drinks a lot of water.

The singer habitually supports the herb on social media, especially Instagram. Before the release of Made in Lagos in 2020, Wizzy posted studio clips of him smoking hemp on the platform.

4. Afeez Adeshina Fashola (Naira Marley)

Afeez Adeshina Fashola is Marlian Records’ chairman and the Marlians fan club president. Also called Naira Marley, the Nigerian singer’s never shy to show he loves cannabis in his music and at nightclubs.

In 2020, the Afrobeat star denied using drugs but admitted smoking weed on Twitter.

The celeb often shares pictures of himself rolling and smoking weed on social media. In a video discussing his plans for Nigeria, Naira Marley promised to legalize cannabis and ban alcohol if he ever rules the country.

5. David Adedeji Adeleke (Davido)

David Adedeji Adeleke is one of the richest celebrities in Nigeria who doesn’t bother hiding his binge-smoking habits. Omo Baba Olowo (OBO), a rich man’s son, as fans call him, displays his affection for marijuana on social media.

The Davido Music Worldwide (DMW) boss regularly chooses Instagram and Twitter to show off his weed-toking skills. He also feeds his fans pictures of himself smoking cannabis when taking a break from recording and in studio sessions.

In 2017, Davido set tongues wagging on Instagram by posting a picture of himself smoking marijuana two days after attending church.

The star also consumed cannabis on camera while playing a football match with friends in 2021.

6. Olamide Gbenga Adedeji (Olamide Badoo)

Olamide Gbenga Adedeji is one of Nigeria’s most influential celebrities that finds it easy to show affection for cannabis through music.

The iconic star told fans in 2012 that weed is an inspirational drug and glorified it in many tracks.

There was a public backlash in 2019 after he released “Science Student,” a song allegedly promoting marijuana use. Fans also find some elements of cannabis promotion in videos of songs like “Grind,” “Wo,” “Sometimes (Remix),” and “Update.”

The singer encourages listeners to smoke weed and get high on the track titled “Grind.”

7. Gabriel Oche Amanyi (Terry G)

Last on our list is Gabriel Oche Amanyi. He’s a Nigerian record executive, songwriter, and singer that loves showing off his love for cannabis in music videos.

Also called the Akapako Master, the star doesn’t hesitate to tell his listeners how much he loves marijuana. The entertainer released songs like “Free Madness” in 2008 and “Ginger Your Swagger” in 2010, with lyrical content promoting cannabis.

In 2014, during a live program on television, the celebrity confirmed he smoked weed before recording musical tracks and performing on stage.

Wrapping Up

The love for hemp isn’t new in entertainment culture, so many wonder if weed is legal in Nigeria. It isn’t permitted, but some celebs enjoy the plant’s effects. Many use it for inspiration and creativity, and stars express love and support.

With positive changes in attitude towards the use of cannabis worldwide, the future looks promising for the industry in Nigeria.

Jennifer Gallagher

Jennifer Gallagher, an experienced cannabis grower at SeedSupreme Seedbank. During a 7-year career in the marijuana growing business, Jennifer has gained a high competence in this field. As far as weed is concerned, she knows it all inside out. Jennifer is an expert in pot-growing, as well as cannabis types and their effects. She’s also familiar with all legislation nuances.
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