In a series of tweets, Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, known professionally as Wizkid, has set social media abuzz with veiled criticisms aimed at industry giants including Don Jazzy and fellow artist Davido.
Wizkid ignited controversy when responding to a fan on X (formerly Twitter), who had mentioned comments by artist Ladipo.
Wizkid’s sharply responded, “Imagine me, Wizkid, engaging with someone signed under an ‘influencer’ like Don Jazzy. No way!”
This comment spurred intense online debate, with fans and observers dissecting the implications of his words.
Speculation is rife that Wizkid’s remarks could be part of a publicity strategy in anticipation of a new music release.
Some fans humorously suggested that Burna Boy should “intervene and take control of Wizkid’s phone” to curb further controversial statements.
Further stoking the flames, Wizkid’s engagement with his followers continued.
In a candid tweet, he expressed his daily frustrations, stating, “Every day I get things to say but my mouth no good.”
When prompted by a fan to channel these thoughts into new music, his cheeky reply was, “Is it by force?” This was followed by another fan’s playful demand, “Yes na by force, biggest bird.”
In a surprising turn, Wizkid asked his fans to beg him for new music, referencing a viral crying video of Davido. “Beg me like this. Send video,” he posted, using the video to emphasise his point. The post not only shocked fans but also led to speculation about the nature of Wizkid and Davido’s relationship.
Despite their apparent camaraderie in December 2023, where Davido announced Wizkid’s upcoming album, this recent exchange suggests a complex, dynamic, possibly tinted relationship with rivalry but perceived by some as harmless trolling.
Amid these exchanges, Wizkid also expressed his admiration for Prophet
Odumeje, a Nigerian celebrity pastor and musician, adding another layer to his series of unexpected social media interactions.