Nigerian singer and actor Banky W has come under criticism after opening up about his past relationship journey with his wife, Adesua Etomi, during a recent interview.
Revelation from interview sparks reactions
Speaking on The Teju Babyface Show, Banky W revealed that he initially stopped pursuing Adesua after several unsuccessful attempts to win her over.
He said that although he believed she was the one for him, she did not feel the same way at the time, leading him to step back and focus on building a friendship instead.
Faith and friendship shaped relationship
According to the singer, he turned to his faith during that period and decided not to revisit the idea of a relationship unless Adesua came to the same conclusion on her own.
He recalled that the turning point came during a phone conversation when she told him, “Banky, you know you’re my husband, right?”
Mixed reactions trail personal disclosure
The revelation has since triggered mixed reactions online, with many Nigerians questioning why such personal details were made public.
Some social media users criticised the disclosure, arguing that aspects of their courtship should have remained private, while others saw it as a reflection of patience and faith.
Comments on marriage dynamic add to debate
In another part of the interview, Banky W mentioned that his wife is not particularly interested in cooking, a comment that further stirred reactions among listeners.
The discussion has continued to generate debate around relationship privacy and the boundaries of public storytelling.
“Adesua was actually the one who asked me to be her husband. She kept me in the friend zone for a long time, so I stopped pushing and simply prayed to God to touch her heart. After a year and a few months, she finally called me ‘my husband’—and that’s it”
— Banky W pic.twitter.com/tgvyz4B7Ww
— SKB (@seyikanbai) April 30, 2026