A recent Christian gathering turned into a scene of mixed emotions after popular gospel musician Bakare Boluwatife Oluwatobi, widely known as BBO, publicly announced he is in a relationship. The declaration, made during the 2025 Young Ministers Retreat (YMR), has reportedly left many of his female fans, often referred to as 'Christian sisters,' nursing heartbreak.
The Viral Moment at the Young Ministers Retreat
The pivotal moment unfolded at the retreat led by Pastor P. Daniel Olawande. In a video shared by Christian blogger Sonoftheprophet, the cleric is seen prophesying to BBO, known for hit songs like My God and Iranlowo. Pastor P. Daniel stated, "You will come next with your wife, that doesn't mean he is available." This prompted a clear reaction from the singer, who nodded in affirmation, confirming his unavailability and, by extension, his relationship status.
The blogger captioned the clip, "The moment Min BBO announced he's in a relationship," setting social media ablaze. The retreat, which took place in late December 2025, is an annual event for young gospel ministers. This year's edition will be remembered for this personal revelation from one of Nigeria's beloved worship leaders.
Wave of Reactions from Heartbroken Fans
The announcement triggered a flood of reactions online, with many expressing playful dismay and genuine surprise. Social media comments compiled by Legit.ng paint a picture of the aftermath.
User ronniel_is_official lamented, "U Dey relationship keh wetin I go tell my sis wey like you ….. congrats my favorite singer." Another user, cicikimkash, wrote dramatically, "Somebody pour water on me, my head dey hot, bbo dey inlove ke."
An eyewitness account from user folasadeodunola provided context from the event hall: "Some ladies got so emotional, a few nearly cried during this session. They were seated around pillar ... I mean, they were BBO'S crush." Other comments speculated about the identity of his partner, with some suggesting fellow gospel minister Pelumi Deborah Sha.
What This Means for BBO and His Fans
This public confirmation marks a significant personal milestone for the singer, suggesting that wedding bells could ring as early as 2026, as hinted by Pastor P. Daniel's prophecy. While the news has disheartened some admirers, many fans have extended their congratulations, acknowledging that love has brought a visible joy to the musician.
User damigreen25 observed, "When I started seeing @officialbbo_ smiling I was like this brother should be in a relationship. Love can make you really be happy." The event also drew humorous comparisons, with user deji.david.75 asking if fellow gospel singer Min. Tee Worship was now "sorted already."
This episode highlights the unique intersection of faith, celebrity, and personal life in Nigeria's gospel music scene. It follows other notable unions in the industry, such as the wedding of gospel singer Steve Crown to Ruth Thomas on April 26, 2025. As BBO potentially prepares for his own journey down the aisle, his fans, though some are heartbroken, will likely continue to support his ministry and music.
