Singer Niniola Apata Loses Husband, Michael Ndika

Popular Nigerian singer Niniola Apata has announced the death of her husband, Michael Ndika, revealing that they had been together for 13 years. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)

Niniola Announces Husband’s Death

Nigerian Afro-house singer Niniola Apata has announced the passing of her husband, Michael Ndika, in a series of emotional posts shared on her Instagram story. (The Nation Newspaper)

The heartbreaking revelation shocked many fans, especially because the singer had largely kept her relationship and marriage away from the public eye. (Pulse Nigeria)

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In one of the emotional posts, Niniola wrote:

“God took him.”

She also added:

“My husband died.” (Vanguard News)

Couple Were Together for 13 Years

According to reports, the singer revealed that she and Michael Ndika had been together for 13 years. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)

Another emotional message shared by the singer read:

“God took him. 13 years. 13 f***ing years.” (Vanguard News)

The posts immediately triggered reactions and condolences from fans and colleagues across social media.

Who Was Michael Ndika?

Michael Ndika was reportedly the Chief Executive Officer of NaijaReview, a multimedia platform focused on Afro-house and contemporary African music. (The Nation Newspaper)

As of the time of filing this report, the cause of his death has not been publicly disclosed. (Vanguard News)

Fans React Online

Following the announcement, social media users flooded platforms with condolences:

  • “This is heartbreaking”
  • “May his soul rest in peace”
  • “Sending love to Niniola and her family”

Many fans also expressed surprise after discovering that the singer had been privately married for years. (Pulse Nigeria)

About Niniola

Niniola rose to fame after participating in Project Fame West Africa and later became one of Nigeria’s leading Afro-house singers. (TheNiche)

She is widely known for hit songs including:

  • Maradona
  • Ibadi
  • Boda Sodiq
  • Addicted

The singer is also the elder sister of Nigerian music star Teni. (Wikipedia)

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