Nigerian Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has opened up about how poor electricity supply affected her childhood and personal development while growing up in Nigeria.
The singer shared her experience during the Global Citizen NOW event held in New York, where she discussed the impact of unstable power supply on families and young people across Africa.
Poor Electricity Affected Education And Family Business
According to Ayra Starr, unreliable electricity supply made life difficult for her family and affected daily activities, including education and business.
She recalled helping her grandmother sell tomatoes and pepper, explaining that the products had to be sold quickly because there was no electricity for preservation.
The singer noted that the experience shaped her mindset and forced her to adapt to difficult conditions from an early age.
She explained that many Nigerian children grow up facing similar electricity challenges.
Ayra Starr Reflects On Childhood Experience
Ayra Starr said access to stable electricity would have made a major difference in her childhood.
She explained that having basic comforts such as a fan or air conditioner while studying after school could have improved her learning experience.
The singer added that the harsh living conditions taught her resilience and pushed her to find ways to succeed despite the challenges.
Call For Better Electricity Across Africa
The music star also urged African leaders to prioritise electricity and other basic social amenities for young people across the continent.
According to her, every child deserves access to stable electricity because it contributes to proper education, health and overall development.
Her comments have sparked conversations online about the continued electricity challenges affecting millions of Nigerians and businesses nationwide.