Solomon Buchi Calls Out BET for Naming GloRilla Best Gospel Artist
Solomon Buchi isn’t keeping quiet about the recent BET Awards decision, and he’s made his stance crystal clear.
In a video shared online, the Nigerian writer and social commentator expressed his disapproval after American rapper GloRilla was awarded Best Gospel Artist. The announcement took many by surprise—and Buchi didn’t hold back in his reaction.
He argued that simply collaborating with a gospel artist doesn’t make someone a gospel musician. According to him, GloRilla’s image and style don’t reflect the values typically associated with gospel music.
“Artists who perform half-naked and sing about anything but the gospel shouldn’t be celebrated in that category,” he said. “This isn’t just disappointing—it’s embarrassing. Gospel music stopped being a ministry the moment it became a business.”
Buchi’s statement has sparked mixed reactions online, with some echoing his sentiments and others defending the artist’s creative expression.
Daddy Freeze Reflects on Career Setback After Criticizing Pastors
Meanwhile, media personality Daddy Freeze shared a personal story during a recent appearance on the Leadership podcast with Stephen Akintayo.
Known for his bold takes on religion and leadership, the outspoken radio host revealed that speaking out against Nigerian pastors came at a serious cost—his event-hosting career.
“At the time, I was earning ₦1.5 million per event, back when the dollar was around ₦150,” he said. “But ever since I started calling out religious leaders, the bookings stopped.”
According to Freeze, he hasn’t received a single MC job since 2019, and the financial hit has been significant. Still, he made it clear that he doesn’t regret taking a stand for what he believes in.
His story adds another layer to the ongoing conversation about faith, freedom of speech, and the price of speaking truth to power in the public space.
