The backlash grew quickly after Ice Prince performed at the 2026 APC national convention.
Many Nigerians criticised the rapper and argued that artists should pressure political leaders to address insecurity and economic hardship instead of attending partisan events.
Ice Prince Podcast Explanation On APC Convention
As online debates intensified, Ice Prince stepped forward and explained why he accepted the invitation.
During the Black Box podcast, the rapper revealed that family ties influenced his decision.
Family Connection Revealed
According to him, APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda personally invited him to perform.
Furthermore, Ice Prince explained that the politician is not just an associate but his real uncle.
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The rapper also stressed that the performance carried personal meaning because of their family relationship.
“Who booked me for that event? My uncle – Nentawe Yilwatda who is the APC Chairman.
He is not just a random person to me.
He is my real uncle,” he said.<!-
