Omah Lay Shares the One Thing That Could Ease His Depression

Popular Nigerian Afro-fusion artist Stanley Omah Didia, widely recognized by his stage name Omah Lay, has once again opened up about his ongoing battle with depression, revealing a surprising factor that could help alleviate his emotional pain — a substantial amount of money.

Taking to social media on Tuesday, the Soso hitmaker made a bold and emotional statement about his mental health, indicating that a sum of 10 million in pounds or dollars could significantly ease his depressive symptoms — even if just for a temporary period of one month.

In his candid post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the talented singer wrote:

“10M in pounds or dollars right now will heal me for at least a month.”

This statement reflects the singer’s unfiltered honesty about the mental toll he continues to endure, despite fame and success. Omah Lay has not shied away from discussing the depth of his chronic depression, which he has previously stated nearly claimed his life.

Omah Lay’s Upcoming Album Will Explore His Healing Journey

Fans of the soulful artist can expect a deeper dive into his emotional world in his upcoming sophomore studio album titled “Clarity of Mind”. According to Omah Lay, this project is set to document his personal experiences and the emotional healing process he’s going through, including how he’s attempting to rise above his mental health struggles.

This new body of work follows the release of his critically acclaimed debut album, “Boy Alone,” which dropped on July 15, 2022. That album served as a raw and vulnerable window into the singer’s internal turmoil, with emotional ballads that painted a vivid picture of his battle with depression.

Just a few days after releasing the album, on July 18, 2022, Omah Lay made a shocking revelation via his X platform that his mental health had significantly declined following an inappropriate encounter with someone who was supposed to be helping him — his therapist. The singer confessed that having sexual relations with his therapist further deepened his emotional instability and worsened his depressive episodes.

Despite the struggles, fans continue to rally around the artist, offering support and expressing anticipation for his next musical chapter. Omah Lay remains one of Nigeria’s most introspective and emotionally transparent musical talents, using his platform to shed light on important conversations around mental health awareness, especially within the African entertainment industry.