- Transformational looks are not new for many Nigerian celebrities
- Many celebrities, in comparison to their throwback pictures, always share a huge difference
- Whether for compliments or criticism, TheRadar curated a list of Nigerian celebrities whose transformational looks got fans talking
Sometimes, celebrities' transformational looks creep on fans like a big surprise, and many are left wondering, “How did we get here?”
Some looks meet compliments, while some deal with the criticism that follows. Regardless, celebrities seem to take on transformational looks every now and then.
However, celebrities listed in this article got fans buzzing about their obvious transformational looks.
Many times, the process is slow and gradual and boom, it comes as a surprise when it is finally revealed because of how much time has passed.
From their face tattoos, to shedding off weight to tinted hairs and even showing their BBL, everyone had something to say.
TheRadar compiled a list of 5 Nigerian celebrities whose transformational looks caused a stir on social media.
5 Nigerian celebrities who sparked controversy with their new looks
- Seyi Vibez (2025)
Afrobeats singer Balogun Oluwaloseyi known as Seyi Vibez is the most recent celebrity whose ‘new looks’ sparked controversy.
The singer, who was previously known for his long two-shade tinted dreads, and shared new photos of himself in bright gold-tinted cornrows.
The new photos left netizens talking and sharing their thoughts on the transformational look.
- Asake (2025)
Following his rumoured exit from YBNL Nation and being away from social media, Afrobeats sensation Asake returned with a transformational look.
The photos buzzed the internet with reactions and conversations. In his new photos, the singer has tattoos covering most of his face, neck, and body. He also took over his dreads to wear an Afro hairstyle.
- Don Jazzy (2025)
The Mavin Records boss Don Jazzy also warmed hearts with new photos of himself in South Africa.
The legendary music producer in his new pictures appeared more stylish than he used to and has also lost some weight.
Netizens complimented his new look emphasizing how he appeared younger than his age at 42 years.
- Toke Makinwa (2018)
Nigerian popular On-Air Personality (OAP) and socialite has one of the arguably controversial transformational looks.
Amid rumours circulating that she went under the knife to get her body done, Toke in 2018, set the record straight. She admitted and revealed why she did it.
However, the topic of her transformational looks was and is still a controversy that rears its head once in a while on social media.
- Ini Edo (2018)
The popular Nollywood actress Ini Edo had tongues wagging in 2018 after she appeared in the blockbuster film, Chief Daddy. Her photos after that as well drew the attention of netizens.
Reports claimed the actress altered her body by going under the knife. However, despite all speculations and rumours, Ini Edo has never addressed the claims nor confirmed her transformational look.
Yhemolee, Zlatan, 6 other Nigerian celebrities who have launched fashion labels
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that Nigerian entertainment and fashion has come a long way with many celebrities pushing the trends of what to wear and what not.
Many of them have channeled their love for fashion into floating businesses, such as clothing lines and fashion labels, which they sell to their fans.
TheRadar compiled a list of Nigerian celebrities known for their unique fashion and have ventured into fashion label businesses in Nigeria.
