Prominent podcaster DJ Akademiks has dismissed dating rumors linking Cardi B and Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, arguing the rapper would not date the footballer because of his reported earnings.
Speaking during a livestream, Akademiks claimed Cardi B is accustomed to dating wealthy men and that someone earning around $900,000 (approximately ₦1.2 billion) annually “would not meet her standards.”
He said: “Offset done tricked on her and spoiled her too much… You can’t come after that making a million a year.” He insisted the pair were only having a friendly conversation at Paris Fashion Week and dismissed speculation about a relationship. Social media users reacted with amusement, with many questioning why Akademiks felt the need to comment.
Key Points:
The debate over wealth standards in celebrity dating has been sparked
Nigerians are amused by Akademiks dismissing ₦1.2bn as “just” a million
The interaction between Cardi and Okoye was likely just friendly conversation
The speculation highlights Okoye’s growing global profile
Neither Cardi nor Okoye has confirmed any romantic relationship
The dating rumors remain unconfirmed. Akademiks’ comments have sparked debate online, but the pair’s interaction was likely just a friendly moment at a fashion event.
Sources: DJ Akademiks (livestream)
