A Nigerian lady has been left in a state of pure elation after receiving an unexpected cash gift from Afrobeats sensation, Rema. The singer, whose real name is Divine Ikubor, made a surprise appearance at her place of worship in Benin City, Edo State.
The Unexpected Encounter at Miracle Assembly
The memorable event took place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Miracle Assembly church located in Benin, the capital of Edo State. A TikTok user identified as @sayrah6625 captured the moment the 'Calm Down' hitmaker was swarmed by excited congregants on the church premises.
In a follow-up video, the overjoyed lady displayed the generous gift she received from the music star: a crisp $100 bill. At the current exchange rate, this amount is equivalent to approximately N142,396. According to her account, the simple act of greeting the celebrity led to the heartwarming gesture.
"He Said Hi Back and Gave Me $100"
Narrating her brief interaction with Rema, the lady shared the straightforward yet impactful exchange. "I said Hi to him, he said it back and gave me $100," she explained. The video quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing the attention of thousands of netizens who flooded the comment section with their reactions.
The singer's visit to the church holds a special significance, as Rema himself hails from the region. He was born on May 1, 2000, into a Christian family in Benin City and traces his roots to Igbanke in the Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State.
Social Media Erupts with Reactions
The online community had a field day with the viral clip, offering a mix of admiration, humour, and curiosity. Many users highlighted the generosity of the act, while others joked about the sudden online visibility of church members.
MartyGreen✨ commented, "Big woman do give away," acknowledging the singer's philanthropic gesture. User Fx Junky humorously noted, "All the girls wore their best clothes as they heard that Rema is pulling up to the church."
The incident also sparked questions about the church's identity, with user JANE?? asking, "Which church? I don see like 3 posts today," indicating that multiple attendees had posted about the event. Another user, Tribal chief, wryly predicted, "Later pastor go talk light has nothing to do with darkness," referencing potential sermons about mixing celebrity culture with worship.
This church visit is part of Rema's recent activities in his hometown. The singer, who rose to global fame with hits like "Dumebi" in 2019 after being signed to Jonzing World and affiliated with Mavin Records, recently returned to Benin. Reports indicate he had not visited for about six years prior to this homecoming, which also included a concert and a meet-up with old classmates, celebrated with fellow indigenous entertainers like Shallipopi.
