Reekado Banks Fires Back at Troll Mocking His Church Attendance
Lagos, Nigeria – September 5, 2025 – Nigerian singer Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon, popularly known as Reekado Banks, has hit back at a social media troll who ridiculed his recent church attendance, claiming it was a sign of a declining music career. The former Mavin Records star’s fiery response comes after a viral video showed him worshipping alongside skit maker and content creator Kesari, sparking widespread online reactions.
The controversy began when Reekado Banks encouraged Kesari to join him at church services after the skit maker shared on Instagram his thoughts about exploring Christianity or Islam. Videos of the two in church quickly spread online, earning praise from some fans for Reekado’s public display of faith and his support for Kesari’s spiritual journey. However, a troll seized the opportunity to post a provocative comment: “When they fail at music, they start going to church.” The remark gained traction, prompting mixed sentiments among netizens, with some calling it disrespectful.
Refusing to let the insult slide, Reekado Banks took to his social media page to address the troll in a video response. “Fcck that Nigga whose comment I saw that made me feel down today. My friend called me and told me to delete it. Fcck you!” he said, visibly upset, as reported by JustNaija. His bold clapback has fueled discussions about celebrities’ responses to online trolling and the intersection of faith and public perception.
Reekado Banks, known for hits like Ozumba Mbadiwe and his 2016 debut album Spotlight, which peaked at number 10 on the Billboard World Albums chart, has remained vocal about industry issues and personal values. The viral church videos and his response to the troll continue to trend, highlighting the challenges artists face in navigating criticism while staying true to their beliefs.