Nigerian music star Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has sparked reactions after declaring that she has “left the streets” and would no longer tolerate men who waste her time.

The Grammy-winning singer made the remark during a TikTok livestream while responding to questions about dating and her experiences with relationships.

Tems expressed her frustration with situations involving men who, in her words, waste her time, suggesting that she no longer finds herself dealing with such experiences.

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“I don’t like it when guys waste my time. But for me, never again. I don’t have that problem anymore,” she said.

The singer went on to state that she had “left the streets,” while joking that she would not even describe herself as someone who had been on the streets in the first place.

“I have left the streets; I wouldn’t even say I was ever on the streets. I don’t have that problem anymore,” Tems added.

Her comments have generated interest among fans, particularly because the singer is known for keeping details of her romantic life largely away from the public eye.

However, Tems did not identify any man during the livestream or directly confirm that she is currently in a romantic relationship.

Tems Sets Boundaries Around Dating

Beyond her comments about leaving the dating scene, Tems also addressed the possibility of having a romantic relationship with Nigerian celebrities.

The singer was asked whether she would make a move on Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye if she had the opportunity.

In response, Tems indicated that she knows who Okoye is but does not have a personal relationship with him.

Her comments suggested that she prefers to maintain friendly relationships with people within Nigeria’s entertainment and public-figure circles rather than pursue romantic connections with them.

The singer has previously maintained a relatively private profile when it comes to her personal relationships, despite her international success and high level of public attention.

Her latest comments therefore offered fans a glimpse into her approach to dating without revealing specific details about her current personal circumstances.

Tems’ statement that she has “left the streets” appeared to be a personal declaration about her attitude towards dating rather than a formal announcement of a relationship.

She also did not provide details about whether her comments were connected to a particular person.

The singer’s remarks have nevertheless generated conversation among fans, with her comments about refusing to allow men to waste her time becoming one of the notable moments from the livestream.

Her position on dating within the Nigerian entertainment industry was similarly clear, as she indicated that she would rather maintain friendly relationships within the space.

For now, Tems has not publicly named a romantic partner or confirmed that she is dating anyone.

Her comments remain limited to her personal views on dating and the boundaries she appears to have established around relationships.

As one of Nigeria’s internationally recognised music acts, Tems continues to attract significant attention not only for her music but also for occasional insights into her personal views and experiences.