Drake Curious as Ancestry DNA Show He’s 30% Nigerian
By Boniface Ihiasota, USA
Canadian rapper, Drake has confirmed that he is of Nigerian descent, following the release of his father’s DNA test results.
The popular rapper shared the news via his verified Instagram page, where he posted a screenshot of his father’s results, revealing that he is 30% Nigerian.
Drake went on to express his curiosity and asked if this now makes him a “Naija man.”
Many of his fans have taken to social media to react to the news, with some Nigerians expressing pride that the rapper has Nigerian ancestry.
The news has sparked a conversation on social media about the growing number of people discovering Nigerian roots.
Some have even gone as far as claiming that other popular musicians like Beyonce and Rihanna may also have Nigerian heritage.
Drake has long maintained a good relationship with Nigerian celebrities, and this news is likely to further cement his bond with the Nigerian music community.