Nigeria: I can’t survive this”: Niniola mourns husband Michael Ndika in emotional tribute

By Zuleihat Owuiye, Nigeria

Nigerian singer Niniola has broken her silence on the death of her husband, Michael Ndika, sharing a heartbreaking tribute on Instagram.

Days after announcing Ndika’s passing on May 20, the Afro-house star described him as her “best friend, confidant, pillar, and the air I breathe.”

“I find myself waiting, expecting Michael to walk through the door,” she wrote. “My gossip partner, my laughter, my joy giver, my provider, my business partner, my husband, my brother… he was one in a million.”

Niniola said she’s struggling to accept the loss, adding that Ndika always wanted her by his side. “I can’t survive this… I looked forward to him coming home every time he went out. Even in the house we were always together.”

The singer, known for being a natural loner, said Ndika filled every role in her life emotionally, personally, and professionally. “He touched my life in different capacities and God took him from me,” she added.

The couple had been together for 13 years. Niniola previously described their relationship as built on companionship, friendship, and unwavering support.

Ndika was CEO of NaijaReview, a multimedia platform focused on Afro-house and African music. Details surrounding his death remain undisclosed.

Since the announcement, fans and fellow celebrities have flooded social media with condolences and prayers for Niniola.

Niniola rose to fame as second runner-up on _Project Fame West Africa_ season 6 in 2013 and has since become one of Nigeria’s leading voices in Afrobeats and Afro-house.