Gospel singer Madam Ajonamaku has opened up about her personal challenges, including the events that led to her setting herself on fire.
Speaking during a recent episode of the TalkToB Podcast, the singer, whose real name is Ajonamaku Omolabansin, reflected on a series of painful experiences that began in her childhood and extended into adulthood.
She revealed that her struggles intensified following the loss of several family members, which she said marked a turning point in her life.
“Our family was a happy one until my father suddenly died. My mom also died; my three siblings died as well,” she said.
Madam Ajonamaku described feeling isolated and unable to cope with the cumulative losses. She said during the period, she experienced a spiritual influence that urged her to harm herself.
“I burnt myself. That spirit told me what am I still doing alive. The spirit told me to take kerosene and pour it on myself. That made me sick for 10 months,” she said.
She said she faced ridicule while attempting to build her career in the entertainment industry. She also recalled being taken to a studio to record a song, only to be subjected to abuse and mockery.
“Some people took me to the studio to make a song. They abused and made fun of me that I am ugly, poor and barren,” she said.
“In this life, there are spiritual forces but if you have God, they cannot overpower you. You will win.”
The singer also expressed concern about the future of her children, describing them as her biggest worry. Reflecting on her journey, she admitted that she might not have had children if she had foreseen the hardships she would face.
“I am more concerned about my children. If only I had known, I won’t have those children because I know what I went through,” she said.
“I have never been wicked. I have never done evil to anyone. If I ever did, I would have thought this is my reward for the evil I did.
“I have nobody except God. He should interfere because I am tired.”