Nigerian DJ Florence Otedola, widely recognised as DJ Cuppy, has spoken candidly about the complicated relationship she shares with Lagos — the city she calls home, where she was born, and where she built her identity.
In an emotional disclosure, Cuppy described her connection to the metropolis as deeply complicated, noting that some of her biggest disappointments and painful experiences occurred there.
Speaking about her struggles, she said: "Lagos is where I was born, that's my home, it's where Cuppy was made. Lagos has probably been where I've experienced most of my disappointments."
She further disclosed that Lagos was also the place where she had some of her biggest heartbreaks and moments of self-doubt.
"Lagos is where I felt like I'm not good enough. Lagos is where I've had my biggest heartbreaks and sometimes where I felt unappreciated the most," she said.
Although she acknowledged that she still loves Lagos, Cuppy described the city as a place where people constantly have to struggle just to survive.
"I feel like Lagos assaults you. It's just a place where you have to survive," she added.
The revelation comes at a time when many Nigerians continue to grapple with the challenges of living in one of Africa's largest cities, including infrastructure deficits, traffic congestion, and economic pressures.