In a candid interview with The Beat 99.9 FM, Timaya, the renowned Nigerian singer, disclosed his challenging battle with drug addiction, particularly during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020.
Describing the experience as a "tough fight," Timaya revealed that he was introduced to drugs by individuals in his household who seemed unusually happy. Curious about their source of joy, he tried the substance known as molly, leading to a spiral of dependency.
Timaya shared the impact on his well-being, including significant weight loss and a distorted sense of happiness.
The artist reflects on the pitfalls of seeking artificial joy and the struggles he faced in breaking free from the grip of addiction.
