Madrina urges Nigerian artistes to value their craft, recounting a 2018 incident of false allegations after receiving ₦1 million for a show.

Nigerian dancehall artiste Cynthia Morgan, now known as Madrina, has weighed in on pressing issues within the music industry, shedding light on the undervaluation of artistes and the challenges of maintaining their reputations.

Madrina’s remarks follow the recent fallout between nightlife promoter Cubana Chief Priest and Afrobeat star Burna Boy, which has sparked discussions about industry dynamics.

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Drawing from her own experience, Madrina shared a troubling incident from 2018 where she was paid ₦1 million for a performance but faced false accusations shortly after.

Taking to social media, Madrina revealed that after the event, allegations surfaced claiming she had made advances toward the event organisers and even stalked them.

The singer expressed her frustration with such baseless claims and urged her fellow artistes to stop accepting low fees for their performances, stressing the need to uphold their value.

“Make artiste no dey collect beggy beggy show again. Na so Maleke beg me to pay me ₦1 million for show for 2018. They later say na I toast them, say I even dey stalk them. Crãzy world,” she wrote.

Her candid post has sparked conversations online, with many supporting her stance on the importance of valuing one’s craft in an industry often plagued by exploitation and misrepresentation.

This incident highlights the complexities many artistes face in navigating both financial and reputational challenges in their careers.

Madrina’s call to action resonates with those advocating for fair treatment and respect for creatives in the entertainment sector.

As the Nigerian music industry continues to grow on the global stage, such conversations underline the need for reforms and better structures to protect artistes and their artistry.