Rapper 2Shotz Speaks on Beverly Osu Allegation: “It Ruined My Marriage and Career”

Veteran Nigerian rapper William Orioha, popularly known as 2Shotz, has spoken openly about the allegation of assault by actress Beverly Osu, admitting that the incident left his career and personal life in shambles.

Speaking during an interview on the Teju Babyface Show, 2Shotz recounted how the accusation, which happened years before his marriage, spiraled beyond his imagination.

According to him, Beverly — who once appeared in one of his music videos — was a frequent visitor at his home until a heated disagreement changed everything. The rapper claimed that his hand had “accidentally brushed her face,” but Beverly interpreted the moment as physical assault, and the story quickly spread.

The fallout, 2Shotz revealed, was devastating. He lost endorsement deals, missed performance opportunities, and even faced family struggles. The weight of public criticism nearly drove him into depression.

“I was accused of so many things that I’m not. Everybody tore me apart. I wasn’t getting shows. I wasn’t getting deals. I lost my house. I almost killed myself. I walked into water, and people had to pull me out,” he recounted.

The rapper, who insists he has never been violent, described the episode as one of the darkest periods of his life, stressing that it derailed both his music career and his marriage.

Opinion: The Fine Line Between Perception and Reality

2Shotz’s revelation highlights the fragile balance between public perception and personal truth in the entertainment industry. In today’s world, where allegations spread faster than facts, reputations can be destroyed in the blink of an eye.

While Beverly Osu’s side of the story remains her truth, the rapper’s painful account reminds us of how damaging unresolved controversies can be — not just to careers but to mental health and family life.

His story is also a sobering reflection of how entertainers, often celebrated in the spotlight, can face crushing loneliness and despair when scandals hit. It sparks an important question: how do we, as fans and media consumers, balance holding celebrities accountable while also giving room for nuance, context, and humanity?

In the end, 2Shotz’s openness may not erase the scars of the past, but it might start a conversation about empathy, second chances, and the weight of public judgment.