British rapper Central Cee accepts Islam, reveals new Muslim name
Central Cee accepts Islam and changes name, fans stunned by live announcement. File photo
Central Cee accepts Islam and changes name, fans stunned by live announcement. File photo
(Web Desk): British rapper Central Cee accepts Islam and changes his name to Aqeel, confirming the major decision during a live social media stream.

Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, widely known as Central Cee and famous for his hit English song “Too Much,” has officially accepted Islam. The British singer and rapper confirmed his conversion during a live streaming session on social media.

During the livestream, he openly announced, “I am now Muslim, I have recited the Shahada and changed my name.” This public declaration quickly caught the attention of fans around the world.

He also revealed that after accepting Islam, he changed his name from Oakley to Aqeel. During the livestream, he recited the Shahada while his friends present with him congratulated him on this important moment. However, he did not share detailed information about his spiritual journey.

Before this announcement, Central Cee had never spoken openly about his religious beliefs. However, fans had noticed Arabic captions in some of his social media posts, which had already created speculation about his possible interest in Islam.

Central Cee was born in London on June 4, 1998. He began his music career in 2014 and quickly became one of the most recognized names in British drill and rap music.

In 2024, he achieved the honor of becoming one of the most listened-to British rappers globally. His songs have gained billions of streams across different platforms, making him a major international music figure.

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He is known for his unique music style and lyrics that reflect real-life experiences, which helped him attract millions of fans worldwide.

This decision can have a strong emotional impact on his fans. Many people may become curious about Islam after this news. His announcement also shows how personal beliefs can change a person’s life. It may also increase his connection with Muslim fans around the world.