Isbae U discusses career impact of 2022 controversy

Nigerian content creator Adebayo Ridwan, known professionally as Isbae U, has discussed the professional and personal challenges he faced following a 2022 controversy involving sex-for-roles allegations and leaked videos.

In recent remarks, Isbae U stated that the intense public backlash led him to fear the end of his career, noting that former supporters began criticizing him. During this period, he sought advice from fellow content creator Mr Macaroni regarding the longevity of his career.

To recover, Isbae U decided to focus on improving his craft and providing entertainment while reducing the amount of personal information he shared publicly. He also introduced his interview concept, ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’, which aims to reveal different sides of celebrities.