In a shocking and emotional revelation that has left fans and industry observers stunned, veteran Nigerian singer and songwriter 9ice has opened up about a mysterious illness that saw him vomiting blood continuously for six months. The multi-award-winning artist, known for hit songs like “Gongo Aso” and “Street Credibility,” disclosed this harrowing experience in a recent interview where he also discussed a spiritual awakening that led him to embrace traditional African beliefs.
The singer, whose real name is Abolore Akande, shared details of the ordeal that almost ended his life and career. According to him, the illness was not just physical but deeply spiritual, prompting a journey into the roots of his culture for answers when conventional medicine failed.
“I Thought It Was the End”
“I vomited blood for six months straight,” 9ice revealed. “At first, I thought it was a medical condition. I did tests. I was in and out of hospitals, but nothing worked. Every night, every morning,1
I was spitting blood like it was normal. I was weak, scared, and at some point, I started preparing for the worst.”
According to 9ice, it wasn’t until he sought spiritual insight from elders in his hometown that he began to understand what he was truly battling. “I was told it wasn’t an ordinary sickness. Something deeper was at play. Spiritual forces. That was when I realized I needed more than doctors, I needed alignment with my ancestors, my roots.”
Embracing Traditional Healing
As the condition persisted, the singer said he turned to traditional Yoruba spiritual practices, which involved sacrifices, prayers, and rituals aimed at cleansing his spirit and environment. “Some people call it fetish. But for me, it was survival,” he said. “When I turned to our roots, I started getting better. My health improved. My spirit lifted.”
The singer was keen to clarify that his journey into traditional beliefs doesn’t mean he has abandoned his Christian background. “I still believe in God, but we can’t throw away our heritage. There’s power in our ancestors, and I experienced it firsthand.”
[8/3, 11:33] ChatGPT: Fans and Celebrities React
Following the emotional revelation, fans flooded social media with messages of love, shock, and support. “9ice is a living legend. This man has gone through it all,” one fan tweeted. Another wrote, “Thank God he’s alive. We don’t talk enough about spiritual battles in this generation.”
Several Nigerian celebrities, including Olamide, Yemi Alade, and Reminisce, reacted to the story, praising his bravery in sharing such a personal experience.
Industry Wake-Up Call
9ice’s story has reignited conversations about the spiritual side of fame and the unseen challenges many celebrities face behind the limelight. Some social commentators are now calling for more open dialogue about mental and spiritual health in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Popular cultural analyst, Tunde Okon, remarked: “We need to normalize talking about traditional beliefs without shame. 9ice has shown us that healing doesn’t always come in a bottle or syringe.”
What's Next for 9ice?
With his health now stabilized and spirit renewed, 9ice says he is focused on a new musical project inspired by his journey. “I want to use my story to inspire. I’ve been through the fire and came out stronger. My next album will speak to the soul — pain, healing, roots, and victory.”
He also hinted at possibly launching a documentary to tell the full story of his mysterious illness and spiritual rebirth.
Final Thoughts
9ice’s shocking confession has not only pulled the curtain back on the private battles that many celebrities endure silently, but it also invites the nation to reconsider the role of traditional belief systems in contemporary life. As conversations evolve around mental, physical, and spiritual well-being, his story serves as both a warning and a beacon of hope.
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