Nigerians have taken to social media to express divided opinions following the ongoing feud between Afrobeat star Wizkid and activist-musician Seun Kuti.
The disagreement, which has played out largely online, has sparked widespread debate across various platforms, drawing reactions from fans, cultural commentators and members of the entertainment industry.
eelive.ng reported that the tension began after Wizkid made comments perceived by many as dismissive of the legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
Seun Kuti, Fela’s youngest son and a prominent musician and activist in his own right, responded by defending his father’s legacy and questioning Wizkid’s remarks. His response quickly gained traction, intensifying the back-and-forth between both camps.
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Supporters of Wizkid a.k.a Wizkid FC, argue that the singer was expressing artistic confidence and should be allowed creative freedom without being misinterpreted. They insist that his achievements on the global stage justify his self-assured statements and that comparisons with past legends are inevitable in music.
On the other hand, supporters of Seun Kuti maintain that Fela’s influence extends beyond music into activism and social resistance, something they believe cannot be easily replicated or claimed. They argue that Seun’s reaction was necessary to protect the historical and cultural significance of his father’s work.
Meanwhile, the music world is weighing in on Seun Kuti’s situation. Wizkid FC, the fanbase of Nigerian superstar Wizkid, has rallied behind Seun Kuti, with fans expressing their support on social media.
See comment as culled by eelive.ng below;
One user wrote:” But make we leave sentiments if say Fela born wizkid we for agree say he don do pass him papa o”
Another user remarked: “I like as you don reply that egbo adugbo wey dey find how him go take beg money”
One added: “See this one you can’t even fight for ojuelegba to have light and you are comparing yourself to Fela. No go warm ogi chop”
Another wrote: “I pity who f!ght wizkid. E go give you hot hot.”
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