Mayorkun denies Lagos house fire report, dismissing viral claims and urging media fact-checking after false claims about his residence
Singer Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, speaking via Instagram in Lagos, Nigeria, on Tuesday, has dismissed viral reports claiming his residence was gutted by fire, describing the story as false and misleading.
The Mayorkun denies Lagos house fire report controversy began after claims circulated online alleging that the singer’s Lagos home was affected by a fire outbreak while he was inside with his children.
The reports sparked widespread concern among fans and industry associates before being firmly debunked by the artiste in a statement shared through his mother, actress Toyin Adewale.
Mayorkun criticised the spread of unverified information, questioning why individuals would publish sensitive claims without proper fact-checking, and described the incident as unfair to his family.
He reassured fans that no such tragedy occurred, urging the public and media platforms to prioritise accuracy before sharing news.
His mother also expressed gratitude for the concern shown by fans, thanking those who reached out through calls and messages during the false alarm.
She added prayers of protection for families and supporters, while reinforcing that no harm had come to her son or his household.
The clarification has since calmed public concern, with fans continuing to call for responsible reporting and verification of breaking claims online.
