Kids Are Expensive - Nigerian Singer, Johnny Drille Laments After Paying His Daughter's School Fees

Nigerian singer and songwriter Johnny Drille has lamented the rising cost of raising children, sharing a candid moment from his personal life that resonated with many parents.

The Mavin Records artiste made this known on Thursday, January 8, shortly after paying his daughter’s school fees.

Taking to social media, Johnny Drille reflected humorously yet thoughtfully on the financial demands of parenthood.

“I just paid school fees for my kid,” he wrote, before adding, “Kids are very expensive.”

I just paid school fees for my kid 🤧

— Johnny Drille (@Johnnydrille) January 8, 2026

Kids are very expensive 🤧 https://t.co/HftC5PIQj5

— Johnny Drille (@Johnnydrille) January 8, 2026

Is it ok to release 7 albums in a year? https://t.co/HftC5PIQj5

— Johnny Drille (@Johnnydrille) January 8, 2026

His comment quickly sparked reactions online, with many parents and fans agreeing with his observation and sharing similar experiences.

The singer also jokingly hinted at increasing his workload to keep up with the expenses, musing about the possibility of releasing as many as seven albums in a single year to meet growing financial responsibilities.