Nigerian singer Sola Allyson has opened up about her transition from Islam to Christianity, explaining how various stages of her upbringing influenced her spiritual journey.
Speaking in an interview on Oyinmomo TV, Allyson recounted growing up in two different households following her parents’ separation. She said she spent her early years with her maternal grandmother in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, where she was raised in a Muslim home and strictly followed Islamic practices and routines.
Her life later took a different turn when she moved to Ikorodu, Lagos, to live with her paternal grandparents. During that period, she reconnected with an old friend who regularly invited her to church, exposing her to Christianity and a new form of worship.
Despite embracing Christianity, Allyson spoke fondly of her Islamic roots, noting that she has never concealed her birth name, Rasheedat. She shared that she once researched the meaning of the name and developed a deep appreciation for it.
Reflecting on her experiences, the singer explained that her faith evolved based on her surroundings. While in Ijebu-Ode, she practised Islam, and in Ikorodu, being surrounded by Christians, she naturally joined in their religious activities.
She added that her spiritual growth has also been shaped by personal study and life experiences, emphasizing that understanding God’s will matters more to her than being confined to a single religious label.
Allyson also said her upbringing in mixed-faith environments has helped her relate easily with people of different beliefs.
She further revealed that her music career found a defining moment on January 17, 1997, after attending a music training session at a Celestial Church of Christ.
