Controversial media personality, Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze, has revealed how his bold criticism of Nigerian pastors cost him his entire career and lucrative business as an event host.
Speaking candidly on the Leadership Podcast with entrepreneur Stephen Akintayo, the former Cool FM OAP detailed how his outspoken views against certain Christian clerics led to a complete loss of income.
“When I came after Nigerian pastors, I lost 100% of my business at the initial stage,” he disclosed.
From Earning Millions to Losing Everything
Daddy Freeze, who previously charged ₦1.5 million per event when the dollar exchanged for ₦150, said he made approximately $60,000 annually from hosting gigs alone. However, following his public criticisms of church practices, event organizers distanced themselves from him due to fear of backlash from Christian attendees.
“I lost everything. It all went like that. Till now I have not done MC since 2019,” he lamented.
“One of the few gigs I got was cancelled after the flier was released because guests threatened not to attend. I had already spent the upfront payment because I was broke. The client told me to keep the money.”
On Religious Intolerance and Tragic Experiences
Daddy Freeze also condemned religious bias in Nigeria, citing an incident where a Muslim job seeker was denied employment solely because of his faith. According to him, the man tragically lost his life in a building collapse shortly after being turned away.
“Muslims are more open to working with Christians than the other way round,” he noted, criticizing the double standard.
Addressing His Divorce and Domestic Violence Allegations
For the first time in years, Freeze touched on the long-standing allegations of domestic violence leveled against him by his ex-wife.
“In all fairness, we used to fight. And the fight used to get physical,” he admitted, breaking his silence on the issue.
He also criticized Nigerian societal pressure surrounding divorce, suggesting that people often expect a dramatic reason for a marriage to end.
“You can’t just say ‘marriage no work, I want to divorce.’ You must be a monster. If not, they will not divorce you,” he added.
