Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema has drawn attention in Benin City after making a visit to the neighbourhood where he was raised, and later attending a church service with his mother.

The visit took place today at Benin City, Edo State, where the 25 year old artiste, born Divine Ikubor, was seen walking through streets familiar from his early life. Rema stopped to take photographs outside houses he once knew and exchanged laughter and greetings with locals who quickly recognised him.

As news of his presence spread, videos shared online showed groups of residents gathering around the singer, with scenes of excitement unfolding across the area. In one of the clips that gained traction on social media, a fan captured the moment at a church service and wrote, “POV: You saw Rema in your church on a random Sunday!”

Rema was also spotted attending church alongside his mother, where his appearance sparked murmurs and visible excitement among worshippers in the packed congregation. The service later became a talking point online as clips from the day continued to circulate.

Fans and observers praised the singer for freely moving around the area without heavy security and for maintaining close ties with people from his early years. Some also pointed to references in his music, including lines from Benin Boys, as further reflection of his connection to Benin City.

The unannounced visit has since generated widespread conversation across social media, with many describing the moment as a reminder of Rema’s journey from Benin City streets to global music stages. (AriseNews TV)