In a post shared by @dailypostnigeria, maverick Afrobeat performer Seun Kuti has declared that his rift with Starboy boss Wizkid is “on for life.” Speaking during a recent podcast appearance, the son of the legendary Fela Kuti made it clear that there is no room for reconciliation, citing a deep-seated disrespect toward his late father as the primary reason for the permanent divide.
The conflict, which has simmered for years, reignited after Kuti claimed Wizkid’s fans should stop comparing the singer to Fela. Wizkid’s subsequent retort, which Kuti perceived as a slight against his family legacy, appears to have closed the door on any future peace talks between the two influential figures.
Validating the report, Pulse Nigeria noted that “Seun Kuti says he won’t reconcile with Wizkid over disrespect to Fela,” underscoring the gravity of the feud. Furthermore, a TikTok clip from the original interview shows Kuti stating, “There is no coming back from that,” when asked about the possibility of ending the rivalry.
**Echotitbits take:** This isn’t just typical industry beef; it’s a clash over the sanctity of musical lineage. While fans often hope for a “Davido-Wizkid” style truce, Kuti’s stance suggests that when the legacy of Fela is involved, the stakes are far more personal. This ongoing friction continues to polarize the Nigerian music community into traditionalist and contemporary camps.
Source: The Guardian — https://guardian.ng/life/music/seun-kuti-questions-wizkids-silence-amid-ongoing-feud/, May 4, 2026
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