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Grammy-winning singer Wizkid has escalated his feud with Seun Kuti by claiming he is “bigger” than the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti. On January 20, 2026, Wizkid responded to Seun’s warnings against comparing the two artists by calling Seun a “fool at 40” in a controversial online comment.
The long-standing tension between Nigerian superstar Wizkid and Seun Kuti has reached a boiling point following a direct exchange of insults.Wizkid finally broke his silence on the matter with a sharp rebuttal that targets both Seun and his late father, the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
The “Essence” crooner dismissed Seun’s recent warnings to his fanbase with a comment that has since sparked intense debate across social media platforms.
Wizkid wrote, “I big pass your papa. Wetin you wan do? A fool at 40. Bigbird Kuti. Fela fought for freedom; you are fighting FC. I’m big. Wiz is bigger than your papa.” This aggressive response marks a significant shift in the singer’s usual approach to online critics.
Notable figures in the industry have frequently clashed with the singer’s fanbase recently, a trend highlighted when Victor Boniface blasts Carter Efe over Wizkid comments during a heated exchange online.
Seun Kuti defends Fela’s legacy
The conflict began when Seun Kuti publicly accused Wizkid’s fans, known as Wizkid FC, of disrespecting his father’s memory. Seun released a five-minute video that quickly went viral across various platforms.
The Afrobeat musician expressed deep anger over the persistent claims that Wizkid is the “New Fela.”
He argued that such comparisons undermine the cultural impact, struggle, and ideology that defined Fela Kuti’s life.
According to Seun, placing a modern pop artist on the same level as the Afrobeat pioneer is an attempt to rewrite history.
The musician accused the fans of trying to “steal the man’s image” to boost their favorite artist’s status.
Seun insisted that Wizkid FC should “keep Fela’s name out of their mouth” and termed the comparison insulting.
The online battle for supremacy
Fans have continued to fuel the fire by drawing parallels between the two music icons despite the warnings.
Wizkid’s declaration that he is “bigger” than Fela has only added more petrol to the fire. Observers note that this reaction is uncharacteristic for Wizkid, who typically ignores social media drama.
However, recent months have seen the singer involved in more disputes, such as the incident where Shanks alleges Wizkid left him stranded after failed Los Angeles meeting, causing a stir among content creators.
Critics argue that Wizkid’s comment crosses a line by bringing a deceased legend into a present-day beef.
Supporters counter that Seun Kuti provoked the response by constantly attacking Wizkid and his achievements.
The debate over who holds the crown of Afrobeat supremacy continues to divide the Nigerian music community.
