A viral video circulating on social media has stirred controversy after a man was seen spraying veteran Nigerian singer 9ice with ₦5 notes during a public performance.
The clip, which surfaced over the weekend, shows the man joyfully throwing the low-denomination notes at the artiste while others in the crowd watched in surprise.
The incident reportedly occurred at a local event where 9ice was performing one of his hit songs.
While some attendees laughed it off as harmless fun, others described it as “insulting” and “disrespectful” to a respected figure in the Nigerian music industry.
Mixed reactions trail the incident
The users keep debating whether the man’s act was a joke or an insult. One user commented, “Na insult?” while another added, “₦5 notes still dey?” Others felt it was a clear show of disrespect, saying a legend like 9ice deserved better.
However, some people defended the man, claiming he was only spraying what he could afford. One social media user wrote, “Na wetin him get, him go spray.” Another added humorously, “He go later press money, make him cruise fess.”
Respect for artistes or harmless Fmun?
The debate has once again highlighted conversations around respect for Nigerian artistes and the culture of “spraying” money at events.
While some believe that spraying any amount is a form of appreciation, others insist that using such small denominations can be interpreted as mockery, especially for established entertainers.
The video has kept social media buzzing, sparking conversations about dignity, humour, and how far fans can go in the name of “cruise.”
Watch the video below…
This guy get mind dey spray 9ice 5 naira notes pic.twitter.com/hJaW9kDGqz
— Dami’ Adenuga (@DAMIADENUGA) October 22, 2025