Nigerian music superstar Ayodeji Balogun, widely known as Wizkid, has unleashed a sharp and unfiltered response to ongoing criticisms from Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti, igniting a heated online exchange that has gripped fans and observers alike.
The drama stems from repeated remarks by Seun Kuti during recent livestream sessions, where he took aim at Wizkid and his devoted fanbase, known as Wizkid FC. Seun reportedly expressed frustration over comparisons some fans made between Wizkid and his late father, the legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. He warned against equating modern artists with Fela's legacy, viewing such parallels as disrespectful to his father's contributions to freedom fighting and music.
After maintaining silence for days amid the growing backlash, Wizkid broke his quiet stance with a series of pointed posts on Instagram Stories and X (formerly Twitter). In one Instagram message, he declared boldly: “I big pass your papa!! Wetin you don do? I’m Big Wiz everyday.”
He escalated further on X, writing: “Ok everybody better pass Wizkid! Can we all sleep now? Fela fight for freedom, this fool dey fight FC! Oloshi Omo ale!”
Additional statements from Wizkid included direct jabs at Seun, tagging him and adding phrases like “Fool at 40!” while reiterating his claim of surpassing Fela's stature in his own era. The remarks positioned Wizkid as confidently asserting his dominance in contemporary music, contrasting Fela's historical activism against what he portrayed as Seun's fixation on defending fan rivalries.
This outburst has divided opinions across social media. Supporters of Wizkid celebrated the clapback as a long-overdue defense of his achievements and global influence, with many praising his unapologetic style. Others criticized the language as overly aggressive and disrespectful, especially given Fela's revered status in Nigerian culture. Seun Kuti's camp and fans have yet to issue a detailed public reply, but the incident continues to fuel debates about legacy, generational respect, and the boundaries of celebrity banter in Nigeria's entertainment scene.
The exchange underscores the intense passions surrounding Afrobeats icons and their families, where comparisons often spark emotional responses. As streams, views, and discussions surge, this latest chapter highlights how quickly online feuds can escalate among high-profile figures in the industry.
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