Shola Allyson Breaks Silence on Why She Doesn’t Mention Jesus in Her Music

Story: Written by Daniel December 8,2025

Nigerian singer Shola Allyson has finally opened up on why she chooses not to mention the name of Jesus in her songs, a decision that has stirred controversy among listeners who often classify her as a gospel artiste.
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The award-winning vocalist faced heavy criticism on social media in March 2025, with many questioning her creative and spiritual direction. Responding at the time in a post on X, Allyson wrote that no one could pressure her into “joining their darkness disguised as light,” adding that she would not conform simply because “idle souls” demanded it.
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Speaking more clearly about the issue in a fresh interview on Oyinmomo TV, Allyson stated that her approach to music is intentional. She explained that she is not a “religious singer” and has never introduced herself as a gospel artiste.
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“I am Shola Allyson. I am a singer,” she emphasized.

When the interviewer reminded her that some critics accuse her of refusing to mention Jesus in her songs, Allyson responded without hesitation:
“Jesus did not tell us to mention His name in our songs, and He did not ask us to run PR for Him.”
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Her remarks have once again triggered conversations around creativity, spirituality, and artistic freedom in Nigeria’s music scene.