The comparison is disrespectful to Fela, unfair to Wizkid – 2Baba

2Baba has intervened in the heated online debate comparing the legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti to global Afrobeats star Wizkid.

Speaking in a snippet of an unreleased episode of the Mic On podcast, the ‘African Queen’ hitmaker described the comparison as “ridiculous”.

He stated that such comparisons are not only disrespectful to Fela Kuti’s legacy but also unfair to Wizkid.

“It is ridiculous. Apart from the fact that it is disrespectful to Fela, it is also unfair to Wizkid,” he said.

The tension began a few weeks ago when Fela’s son Seun criticised Wizkid’s fanbase for what he perceived as disrespectful comparisons between the Grammy winner and the Afrobeat legend.

He argued that such comparisons undermined his father’s legacy.

The conflict, however, escalated when Wizkid rebuked Seun in a series of Instagram messages laden with insults. He also declared himself greater than Fela.

The exchange sparked widespread controversy across social media, polarising fans and commentators alike. The discussion has since drawn responses from other members of the Kuti family.

The dispute ignited debate across social media, sharply dividing fans and commentators. The controversy also drew reactions from other members of the Kuti family.

Yeni Kuti revealed that she deliberately avoided the online exchanges due to their hostile tone, while Kunle Kuti said he was heartbroken by what he called an “unfounded debate”.

Femi Kuti also stated that he believed that Fela’s legacy should not be dragged into disrepute while pointing out his personal relationship with Wizkid.