Biola Adebayo podcast director Sing Shola receives heartfelt birthday tribute from actress amid recent controversy

On Monday, March 23, 2026, Nollywood actress Biola Adebayo honoured her podcast director, Sing Shola, in a heartfelt social media post, celebrating his birthday and unwavering support.

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The tribute came on the heels of Biola’s widely followed podcast, Talk To B.Daily News Brief, which has gained attention for engaging conversations with high-profile personalities.

In a playful behind-the-scenes video shared online, Biola Adebayo highlighted Sing Shola’s guidance through both challenging and joyful moments. “I promised our director this is the video I’d use to celebrate his birthday. Happy birthday to our amazing Talk To B director, @singsholaa! Thank you for standing by me through thick and thin, sharing the highs and lows. We’ve laughed, we’ve cried, we’ve made mistakes, and we’ve learned from all of it. I appreciate everything you do, brother. I pray this year brings you your best moments yet. Enjoy your special day!” she wrote.

The post comes shortly after Biola Adebayo faced public criticism for hosting convicted actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, on her podcast.

Many viewers questioned the decision to give him a platform following his conviction for sexual offences involving a minor.

During the controversial episode, Baba Ijesha described the events leading to his conviction as a “setup” and claimed he had been misunderstood.

Fans and followers responded to Biola’s tribute with mixed reactions.

Commenter @queendetoun defended the actress, stating that a podcast is “a platform for any personality” and emphasised that the responsibility for personal conduct lies with the guest.

Others, like @awonaikeayodele, praised Biola for her resilience and faith, while some criticised her decision to host Baba Ijesha, warning about the risks of giving convicted offenders public attention.

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Despite the controversy, Biola Adebayo’s birthday message for Sing Shola emphasised gratitude, loyalty, and camaraderie, highlighting the human side of a creative partnership that has powered one of Nigeria’s trending podcasts.