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“I Am Originally An Igbo Woman” – Rihanna Speaks On Her Nigerian Roots

Popular American singer and businesswoman, Rihanna has opened up about her Nigerian root and the tribe she’s originally from.

The Barbadian singer, actress, fashion designer, was recently pronounced a billionaire and officially one of the wealthiest female musicians in the world.

The star’s net worth is estimated at $1.7 billion while still receiving almost $1.4 billion from her beauty cosmetics line.

Rihanna’s other fortune comes from her lingerie company, which is worth another $270 million while not forgetting her branded earrings.

The billionaire star in a recent interview stated her mother disclosed her real origin to her as she noted she is originally an Igbo woman.

She said: “My mom told me that I am originally an Igbo woman. Igbo is a tribe in Africa.”

KanyiDaily recalls that Bishop TD Jakes had also revealed that he traced his roots to Nigeria and discovered that his ancestors were Igbos.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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