Falz: “It’s Wild That We’re Still Dealing With ‘Up NEPA’ in 2025”
Falz Slams Nigeria’s Lack of Progress
Popular Nigerian rapper and activist Folarin Falana, widely known as Falz, has voiced his frustration over the nation’s continued infrastructural and systemic challenges in 2025. In a candid interview with HipTV, Falz criticized Nigeria’s poor electricity supply, flawed drainage systems, and worsening mental health crisis.
“The biggest thing practically speaking is the yield of electricity. It’s still wild. In 2025, we’re still dealing with ‘Up NEPA’ can you imagine?” Falz stated.
Poor Drainage and Flooding Still a Threat
The rapper didn’t stop at power issues. He also expressed dismay over the country’s failure to improve its drainage infrastructure, which continues to cause severe flooding with every rainfall.
“Any small rainfall like this, we have to be swimming around. It’s shameful,” he said.
Mental Health in the Entertainment Industry
Falz turned his attention to the entertainment industry, describing it as “mad” and highlighting a lack of mental health support for creatives. According to him, many are silently struggling, untreated, and misunderstood.
“Everybody get small madness. It just depends on the grade,” he said, suggesting that the pressure of fame and lack of support structures have taken a toll on entertainers.
A Personal Story of Heartbreak
During the interview, Falz also shared a rare personal story about an embarrassing heartbreak he once experienced. Recalling how he went all out to impress a love interest, he revealed the moment ended in rejection.
“I really so much liked the girl… I thought we were on the same page, but apparently not. After dinner and flowers, she told me she wasn’t feeling it.”
Living in the Shadow of Femi Falana
Falz reflected on the early challenges of building his brand in the shadow of his father, renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN). He admitted that many people initially credited his rise to fame to his father’s name.
“People used to say, ‘He’s only known because of his father,’ but I kept working. Eventually, I blew. Now, they see him and say, ‘That’s Falz’s dad.’”
