Nigeria’s entertainment space has been thrown into fresh controversy following a heated exchange between Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti and global Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, an online clash that has reignited long-standing debates around legacy, respect, and generational influence in Nigerian music.
What began as criticism of fan behavior has now escalated into one of the most talked-about celebrity feuds of the moment, drawing reactions from fans, industry insiders, and cultural commentators across the country.
How the Controversy Started
The dispute traces back to Seun Kuti’s reaction to recurring comparisons between Wizkid and his late father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, the legendary pioneer of Afrobeat and one of Africa’s most influential cultural figures.
Seun publicly expressed displeasure with what he described as unnecessary and disrespectful comparisons, arguing that Fela’s legacy should not be used as a tool in fan-driven superiority debates. According to him, such narratives diminish the historical, political, and cultural significance of his father’s work, which went far beyond music charts and awards.
His comments quickly gained traction online, particularly among fans of Wizkid, popularly known as Wizkid FC.
Wizkid’s Reaction: Insults and Bold Claims
Rather than ignoring the criticism, Wizkid took to social media with a series of sharp responses aimed directly at Seun Kuti. In posts that rapidly went viral, the Grammy-winning singer mocked Seun’s age, dismissed his relevance, and made controversial claims positioning himself as “bigger” than Fela Kuti in influence.
The remarks, widely seen as provocative, immediately split public opinion. While some fans defended Wizkid as merely responding to criticism, others accused him of crossing a line by dragging Fela’s legacy into a personal feud.
