Tiwa Savage Opens Up on Love Life, High Standards, and Overcoming Scandal

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Afrobeats queen Tiwa Savage is known for her powerful voice, chart-topping hits, and undeniable stage presence, but beyond the glitz and glamour, the singer has always been candid about her personal life. In a recent podcast interview making waves online, the “Lova Lova” crooner revealed that she is still very much open to marriage but with a very particular kind of partner in mind.

Savage, who was previously married to her former manager Tunji Balogun (popularly known as Teebillz) in 2013 before their divorce in 2018, says her standards have made it challenging to find the right man. Their marriage, which produced her beloved son Jamil, ended after irreconcilable differences despite several attempts at reconciliation.

Now, as she considers love again, Tiwa is clear about what she wants: 

“I’m still looking for someone’s son. I don’t have any [partner]. And I think it is because I’m asking for specific things. Maybe I need to narrow my spec down.

I’m looking for someone who has a private plane and is young, someone who doesn’t have baby mama drama because I can’t deal with that.”

The statement, while laced with humour, underscores the challenges celebrities face when balancing fame and personal standards, as well as the complexities of modern relationships. For Tiwa, the criteria are as much about lifestyle compatibility as they are about emotional peace.

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Surviving Scandal and Personal Loss

The singer also reflected on a much darker chapter in her life, one that tested her mental strength and emotional resilience. In October 2021, Tiwa Savage’s private life became the subject of a media storm when a leaked sex tape featuring her and a partner went viral. The incident came shortly after she had already raised an alarm about an ongoing blackmail attempt.

Adding to the emotional weight, Savage also lost her father around the same time.
“My dad died, and my sex tape was released. The only way I could have survived was not to think about it,” she said, speaking with British media personality Zeze Mills on YouTube.

Rather than dwelling on the scandal, Tiwa chose to push forward with her music and public engagements. The singer admits that simply sitting down for an interview years later feels like a blessing.

“Being here on the couch with you is such a blessing. Just the fact that you even want to talk to me,  people want to hear what I want to say after so many years. It feels wonderful. I’ve experienced a lot, but have I truly appreciated the moment?

From surviving public scrutiny to keeping her romantic standards high, Tiwa Savage remains a symbol of strength and authenticity in the Nigerian music scene. Whether or not her dream partner arrives in a private jet, one thing is sure: Tiwa will continue to live life on her terms.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Was Tiwa Savage married before?

Yes. Tiwa Savage married her former manager, Tunji “Teebillz” Balogun, in 2013, but they divorced in 2018. They have a son named Jamil.

2. What qualities does Tiwa Savage want in a partner?

She says she’s looking for a wealthy young man who owns a private plane and has no “baby mama drama”.

3. How did Tiwa Savage handle her leaked sex tape scandal?

She says the only way she could have survived the incident was by not dwelling on it, focusing instead on moving forward.

4. When did the leaked tape incident happen?

It occurred in October 2021, shortly after she lost her father.

5. What is Tiwa Savage working on now?

While the article doesn’t detail her current projects, Tiwa remains active in music and public appearances.