(We’ve just obtained a document from 9ice’s media representatives, sent out today, announcing the separation. Below…)
PRESS RELEASE FROM 9ICE’s PR Company
LAGOS| NIGERIA
January 8, 2010
It’s a brand new year of opportunities and possibilities; and we’ll specially like to thank you for your love and support for 9ice and his label this past year.
That 9ice has grown from an upcoming singer-performer, to become one of Africa’s most promising exports, is not just as a result of his talent, hard work and can-do spirit; but because the media in Nigeria (print, broadcast and online) have been extremely kind to him and his music.
Unfortunately, we may have some sad news for you.
9ice and his beautiful wife Toni Payne; with whom he tied the knots almost two years ago; are separating.
The couple have agreed to separate for a while, even though they continue to remain good friends and business partners.
Their baby Zion will reside with Toni for now.
This is a very very tough decision for the couple, and it’s a tough, even trying time for the young partnership we all admire so much. And they’re even the more constrained to make this announcement; knowing it will shatter many of their fans, and admirers inside and outside the country.
But they have both agreed to be responsible about the development, and make public what is necessary, to avoid unnecessary speculations, and rumours.
And it is their wish that we all respect their privacy at this period.
Neither 9ice nor Toni will be granting any press interviews on this matter.
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37 comments
why are people saying 9ice seperatd from her.. What if she left him….Sucks for them though..:(
Itz quite dsapontn cuz pple av luk up 2 dem as a perfect xampu un2 odaz.
ITS NOT GOOD TO SEPARATE WHEN YOU ARE ALREADY MARRIED.GOD WILL NOT SMILE TO THAT BUT WHATEVER IT`S I PRAY GOD HELP THEM OUT.
this isnt 91ce at all,i mean y shuld dis happen,i thot mr. 91ce guy valued the african culture,which one is separation again!
Gosh,it so so disheartening 2 hear dis
it's no news that they are separating, this is bucolic to the yoruba's to be more specific about their tradition
2 bad, wat would av caused dis?
SO SAD!!!
i think they need their privacy, they know what prompted it and they are in a better position to end or continue their relationship. they are two matured people going through what only adults go through i believe they will sort things out their happiness is the only thing that counts.
That's a problem about celebratties marrying each, there is always lack understanding between the two. But i'm not happy with such.
Y now???? Y now??i’ve always admire dis couple being 1 of the perfect couple dat happned last yr………..anywyz reason best knwn to dem let’s dnt judge their decision on matters lik dis it’s kinda the 1st issue lik dis in the 9ja music industry……….i’m so sad bout dis thou…..GUD LUCK TO BOTH OF DEM!
Wat needs to be done needs to be done. They know best.
i cant belive this has happen to 9ice whom i and my frinds look up to has nija best
its a normal thing, celebrities, their life style is always like dat. i'm not suprised at all.
It’s sad 2 hear dat d knot is been untied… Anyway, just wish he’s watchful next time so dat his image doesn’t get tarnished. ’cause, dis will definitely affect his music life 4 a while… Cheers!
Wow! This is a sad news 2 hear, bt why does this common to all celebrities?
hmmmmmmmmm!surely a love song gone sour.
Dis is not supposed to be
Wats up.i think its too stupid of them to break
Dis is unpleasant.9ce of al pple.i do respect im alot among al d artist in d nig.anyway i wish im d best.
too bad 9ice e 4 no be u o.
U guys shuldn't adopt wite's ideology attitude of marital life….. Plzzzz lay guuud xampl fur d oda coupl in d industry….. Dis SO UNPLEASANT!!!!!!!
How the mighty falls, 9ice oh 9ice, How I wish this won’t happen, But life goes on, I wish both the very best in life, But this is damn too early, what signs are you portraying to the youths that look up to you. I wish the very best again, but its too early.
This is 2 bad 4 my mentor mr 9ice pls u guys should lay a good example 2 up coming couples.9ice till i die.
It shldn’t b u nw ADIGUN!!!y is it dt nija’s celebs marital lyf dos follow sme trend???
It really bad news,it only d person dat wears d shoe knws where it hurt.my main concern is zion he is still vry young.
well it’s quite unfortunate for one of d luckiest couple on earth.I pray dat Almighty God will settle the odd btw them.
Na waoo…i tot as much…its a disgrace.9ice of all pple.wier is d african swagg?
It’s not a disgrace or anything bad…just a publicity stunt, guys open your eyes!!Know this male singers are most appealing when single for some known and unknown reasons.
i think the couple understand why they broke up. i think for 9ice to sign to an official statement, then he has been pushed to the wall. The wife also agreed to it, so it is a mutual thing, and i dont think it is a disgrace.
may God continue to guide and protect them and their kid- Zion. it is well.
See d stupid thing abt stardom/fame sometimes.And some pple stil fancy d 'single parent' title…Haba! Which inreconcillable would ve occured in a marriage of 2yrs?! Not considering d life of zion..9ice &Toni should stop dis stupidity &arrogance,& think hw to train zion under d same roof where love reign! ..Separation? My foot!
really very sad.hope you guys can work it out.that is marriage 4 u
very serious,anyway he is an adult,but ds is not african.alapomeji pple respect u so much,payne kilode….
As a star, dat is not d right way now(na wa o)
at list show som lov as a musician u need 2 be specific bcos
u er d mirror of d socity people watch nd also expect good act 4rom u.
Datv is all i have 2 say.
You all should Listen to 9ice new Album Track 9 hes said ii caught u giving my friend Nodding Thats means he caught hes wife giving hes best friend a Blow Job. Guys dnt ever get Married pregnant a girl have ur baby and let ur family take care of the child WTF
Look at all of you. A bunch of buffoons. Leaving comments as if your opinions matter. Bloody Losers!
i like what u said babajyde, u're not like those who count marriage to be a child play that you can just drop out of it anytime. anyway its a pity on 9ice for that to happen. Of all peole, 9ice na wa for u to fall in that stupidity.
Oh no dis is sad i love dem both.will dont need to judge but God is in control of everything God will do is best for u guys