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VIDEO: Qing Madi Surprises Viral TikTok Star Dolapo With Gifts, Cash

From The Punch · () English

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  • Nigerian singer Qing Madi surprised viral TikTok star Dolapo Ezieke with gifts and cash.
  • Dolapo gained fame for her standout performance in Qing Madi's "Come Slide" challenge.
  • The surprise included a backpack, toys, and stacks of Nigerian naira notes.

Nigerian singer Chimamanda Chukwuma, known as Qing Madi, recently surprised young TikTok sensation Dolapo Ezieke, who became famous for her role in the viral "Come Slide" challenge. The heartwarming gesture was shared by the singer on her Instagram Story.

Donโ€™t say thank you yet. Donโ€™t say thank you yetโ€ฆ This is yours. You donโ€™t have to say thank you.

โ€” Qing MadiAs she presented gifts to Dolapo.

Dolapo's captivating performance in the challenge had previously garnered significant online attention, even prompting a playful reaction from Qing Madi herself. In a video shared by the singer, Dolapo was presented with a Frozen-themed backpack, toys, and a red gift box. Qing Madi encouraged Dolapo to accept the gifts, emphasizing they were hers to keep.

The surprise extended to a substantial amount of cash, with Dolapo visibly overwhelmed and requesting to keep both the gifts and the money. The red box contained multiple stacks of Nigerian naira notes.

Noโ€ฆ Noโ€ฆ Noโ€ฆ I want both.

โ€” Dolapo EziekeReacting with excitement to the gifts and cash.

Dolapo rose to prominence through videos posted by her teacher, Imikan Inyang, also known as Backhat Dude. What began as simple classroom videos featuring Inyang and his primary school pupils has evolved into a popular content series on Nigerian TikTok. Dolapo, with her confidence and expressive personality, has become a standout figure, even attracting a significant following on her personal TikTok account.

Make una beg Dolapo to give me my song back.

โ€” Qing MadiJokingly reacting to Dolapo's popular performance of her song.
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Originally published by The Punch. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.