News filtering in reveal that,Ara and her husband, Prince Nurudeen Olalekan Saliu have ended their marriage.

Our source says the reason for the break, is 'complicated'.

In a statement issued by BlackHouse Media, on behalf of the musician, Ara says 'We've been separated since January', the musician says. 'But because I do not want rumours to start flying, and I think, out of respect, all my friends and fans need to know what's happening to me, I think it's right to set the records straight once and for all on this. We're no longer together and we're both happy. We've both moved on'.

'I'm single again. But I will not be searching for now'.

'I've taken this decision very painfully; and it's particularly a tough and sensitive time for me and my son. And I plead with my friends and fans to put us in their prayers at this period'.

Ara got married to Nurudeen, a Lagos Prince on June 4, 2009 at the Oshodi/Isolo registry in Lagos.