Award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold has once again proven that grace and humor go a long way when addressing misinformation, especially the kind that spreads like wildfire on social media.
The “Something Different” crooner recently took to X to debunk a growing claim that he had undergone a bone marrow transplant as part of his battle with sickle cell anemia.
The rumor began when an X user confidently posted, “Yes, he is but he has done that bone marrow transplant so I don’t think it affects him that much now.” The tweet implied that the artist had somehow conquered sickle cell through a transplant, a serious medical procedure rarely taken lightly.
Adekunle Gold, known not only for his music but for his transparency and candor regarding his health journey, wasted no time shutting down the false claim. Responding with a blend of sarcasm and wit, he tweeted:
“It’s how you people say things you don’t know with so much confidence 😂. No, I haven’t done a bone marrow transplant.”
The response sparked widespread laughter and applause from fans who appreciated both his honesty and his humor. Within hours, the original tweet was deleted, but not before screenshots circulated across the internet.
For Adekunle Gold, this wasn’t just a random tweet clapback. It was another moment to reiterate the reality of living with sickle cell, a journey he has openly shared with the world. In a deeply personal essay released in 2022, the singer revealed he was born with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and had experienced several life-threatening crises growing up, especially in his younger years.
Rather than allowing the illness to define or limit him, the singer has used his platform to advocate for awareness, education, and support for others living with the condition.
Through his Adekunle Gold Foundation, he recently announced a generous initiative, providing free health insurance to 1,000 Nigerians, many of whom are living with sickle cell. The move has been widely praised and seen as part of his growing commitment to using his voice and influence for meaningful impact.
Whether he’s headlining concerts, topping charts, or dispelling Twitter rumors, one thing is clear, Adekunle Gold isn’t letting misinformation steal the spotlight from his mission or his music.
