Tag: Wizkid
Wizkid slams 2Baba for ranking burna boy above him
The exchange adds to the ongoing debate about who truly dominates the Afrobeats scene internationally, especially after Wizkid previously declared…
Comparing Wizkid to Fela is ‘ridiculous and disrespectful’ – 2Baba
Veteran Nigerian musician 2Baba has weighed in on the ongoing debate comparing Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti with contemporary star Wizkid,…
Femi Kuti defends Fela, calls for end to Seun-Wizkid feud
Femi deliberately avoided taking sides in the dispute, which erupted after Seun criticised Wizkid fans for comparing the global Afrobeats…
‘Don’t compare them,’ Kunle Kuti speaks on Wizkid-Seun feud
He also reveled that he holds Wizkid in high esteem, stating that he is one of the artists he would…
‘Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, Burna are blocking new artistes’ – Portable
Street-hop singer, Portable has taken aim at Nigeria’s top music stars, accusing Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, and Burna Boy of monopolising…
Tyla set to floor Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid for another Grammy
South African music sensation, Tyla, can’t stop raising the bar, just as her fans across the globe can’t get enough…
‘I love Wizkid but he shouldn’t have insulted my father’ – Yeni Kuti
“I love Wizkid a lot, he is my paddy na. He is my small friend,” she said. “I remember when…
‘You denied your people ,’- Joey Akan slams Wizkid
Joey further claimed that Wizkid turned his back on Nigerians after gaining international recognition, adding that Fela never did that...
‘Seun Kuti is to blame for Fela’s online disrespect,’ Yhemolee
Yhemolee further blamed Seun for engaging with trolls, stating that he has been embarrassing his family...
Why Wizkid shouldn’t compare himself to Fela- Daddy Freeze
Daddy Freeze added that Wizkid should not compare himself to Fela until he is ready to be an activist...
Portable blasts Wizkid: ‘You are no new Fela, have you been to prison?’
“Wizkid said he’s the new Fela; has he been to prison before? I’ve been to prison multiple times. I’m bigger…
Wizkid breaks silence, fires shots at Seun Kuti in Viral Online clash
On Tuesday, January 20, Wizkid responded with a series of blunt, unfiltered posts across Instagram Stories, some of which were…
Seun Kuti accuses Wizkid of name theft
The artist, while speaking during a livestream, claimed that he has been answering the nickname 'Big Bird' long before Wizkid…
‘Wizkid is the greatest artiste of all time’ – Seun Kuti
Speaking during a recent show, Seun said: “I can say Wizkid is the greatest singer in the world. I can…
How I made ‘Tease Me’ with Wizkid – Samklef
Samklef, the producer behind Wizkid’s hit song Tease Me, has shared how the track came together during his first ever…
Spotify Wrapped 2025: Nigeria’s most streamed albums, artists
Popular afrobeats star, Asake, also dominated the list by claiming three spots on the top ten list. Other artists like…
Wizkid reacts to being named as top artist on Apple Music’s Top 100
He expressed his pride in his achievement, stating that his competitors now have more reasons to cry...
Mavo crowned as Billboard African Rookie
Mavo who was recently solidified as one of Afrobeats big talents, is a 22-year old optometry student at Afe Babalola…
Olamide responds to backlash after declaring Wizkid the greatest Afrobeats artiste
Everyone is free to believe what they want and support whoever they choose. There’s plenty of room in the sky…
Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, Wizkid among Nigerian stars nominated for 2026 Grammys
Other Nigerian stars include Davido, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, and Omah Lay, all of whom feature prominently in the Best African…
Seyi Shay hails Wizkid as ‘Greatest of All Time’
The singer praised Wizkid's level of creativity while reminiscing on a studio session the two artists once had....
AfroNation announces headliners ahead of 2026 festival
The festival is set to unite the African diaspora with a celebration of dance, food, fashion, music, in Portugal in…
Ayra Starr fuels greatest Afrobeats artist debate
She spoke about her collaboration with Wizkid on her song 'GimmeDat', and how his contribution added to the success of…
Top 10 Nigerian Afrobeats singers with highest X followers
As of August 10, 2025, Nigeria’s top singers dominate X with millions of followers, reflecting their global impact and cultural…
Wizkid, Tems shine on Apple music top 500 chart
The list which was released to celebrate the platform's 10th year anniversary, featured Nigerian stars Tems and Wizkid...
Grammy Awards announce top ten Afrobeats songs list
The recording Academy spoke on certain artists and how they have contributed to the growth of Afrobeats...
‘My daughter looks exactly like my mom’, Wizkid reveals
Wizkid lost his mother in August 2023 and named his sixth studio album after her in 2024...
Davido, Burna Boy, Wizkid under fire: What VeryDarkMan just said will shock you
He went further to question what tangible impact the artists have made in their home states, despite amassing immense wealth…
I’ve always known I would be successful, Wizkid claims
The documentary directed by Karam Gill is a story of Wizkid's journey from Lagos to the global stage.
AMA shuns Nigerian nominees, crowns Tyla ‘Favourite Afrobeat artiste’
The Award was hosted in Las Vegas on Monday night at the Fontainebleau.