Wizkid Is Like A Son To Me

Afrobeats superstar, Femi Kuti, has shared his thoughts on the debate comparing his late father, Fela Kuti, to contemporary musician Wizkid.

Speaking during an appearance on Arise News, Femi stated that the comparison was unnecessary, adding that Wizkid is like a son to him.

He stated that Fela should be placed in a sector of his own and should never be compared to anybody.

Femi said, “Fela is our father. He should be placed in a sector of his own. We idolise him and respect him. Wizkid is like a son to me, Seun is my brother. That comparison should never have arisen.”

Femi urged Nigerians, especially young people, to refocus on nation-building rather than divisive debates.

“We should be happy that Nigeria is being recognised at the Grammys,” he said. “It’s good for Africa, good for the country. But tribalism, terrorism, those are the issues we should be focused on.”

“If young people don’t take the baton and demand good governance, we are going to be in serious trouble,” Femi warned. “Fela spoke, he’s gone. It’s 29 years now, and we’re still talking about the same problems.”

He concluded with a sobering reflection on his own career.

“I’ve been in music for over 40 years, and 90 per cent of my songs are political,” he said. “How long will we keep talking about corruption, kidnapping and poverty? When will Nigeria finally come together to build a nation?”