Nigerian music producer and singer Sarz has spoken openly about how his ego once prevented him from collaborating with fellow artists, revealing a personal journey of growth and humility in the music industry. In a recent interview with The Fadar, the 37-year-old artist admitted that he was “very hot-headed” at the start of his career and believed he was superior to many of his peers. He described a time when he thought he was “the best thing to exist in music,” a mindset that limited his openness to working with others.
Sarz explained that over time, experience and self-reflection led him to realize he didn’t “know it all.” This shift in perspective transformed his approach to music and collaboration. He now embraces learning from anyone, even newcomers to the industry. “But now I understand that I don’t know it all. I’m always willing to learn from anyone, even someone that just started yesterday,” he said. His honesty about past arrogance has resonated with fans and industry insiders alike, highlighting the importance of humility in creative fields.
Meanwhile, a Nigerian woman based in Canada has raised concerns about financial fraud linked to her inactive phone number. She discovered that ₦20,000 was withdrawn from her Access Bank account using the *901# USSD banking service. The transaction triggered multiple debit alert emails, prompting her to contact her bank immediately. According to her account, Access Bank advised her to reach out to her telecom provider, MTN, as the number may have been reassigned.
She revealed that MTN confirmed the number had been sold to another user, allowing the new owner to access her banking services. “I contacted MTN, and they reportedly admitted that they sold the number,” she stated. The incident has sparked widespread online discussion, with many Nigerians urging others to disconnect inactive phone numbers from their bank accounts and mobile banking platforms.
Social media users have emphasized the risks of keeping old numbers linked to financial services. X user @LyfAcrosBorders warned, “People really need to unlink old inactive numbers from banking apps and USSD immediately.” Another user, @dimexy_, added, “It’s never a bank fault instead a service provider, the new number owner has access to your account, create a pin and get the OTP.” Some have advised the woman to report the matter to law enforcement and consider legal action.
As Sarz continues to inspire with his journey of self-awareness, the banking fraud case serves as a cautionary tale for Nigerians using digital financial services. Both stories underscore the importance of personal growth and digital security in today’s fast-changing environment.
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