By Ghazali Ibrahim
British rapper Central Cee has publicly confirmed that he has converted to Islam, revealing the decision during a recent livestream with friends.
The UK drill star, whose real name is Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, announced that he had taken the Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith and changed his name in line with his new religious identity.
Central Cee, 27, shared the moment live online as those around him offered congratulations.
Prior to this announcement, he had not publicly discussed his religious beliefs, though fans had previously speculated about his faith based on social media posts and lyrics.
Born on June 4, 1998, in Shepherd’s Bush, West London, Central Cee rose to prominence in the UK music scene with breakout singles such as Day in the Life and Loading, and later achieved chart success with his albums and collaborations.
His announcement marks a personal milestone that has sparked widespread discussion among fans and followers online.
As one of the UK’s most listened-to artists, Central Cee’s revelation has drawn attention not just for its spiritual significance but also for how it may shape his public and artistic journey going forward.
