Afrobeat singer and activist Seun Kuti has called out Wizkid’s fan base, Wizkid FC, for repeatedly referencing his late father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, during online music debates.
In a strongly worded video shared on Instagram, Seun accused the fan group of ignorance and disrespect, urging them to stop invoking Fela’s name when comparing contemporary artists.
“Keep Fela’s name out of your mouths,” Seun said. “Why must you always find a way to bring Fela into your discussions?”
According to him, attempts to label any modern musician as the “new Fela” reflect a fundamental misunderstanding of his father’s legacy. He argued that such comparisons rarely withstand scrutiny and ultimately diminish the depth of Fela’s cultural and political impact.
Seun criticized what he described as toxic fan culture, stating that constant online rivalry fuels unnecessary conflict within the music industry. He maintained that truly meaningful art should provoke thought and awareness rather than encourage digital battles between fan groups.
Recalling previous run-ins with Wizkid FC, Seun stressed that he would continue to defend his father’s legacy whenever it is misrepresented. While acknowledging that Fela’s work remains open to appreciation and respect, he insisted it should not be used as a tool in fan wars.
Seun concluded by calling for Fela’s name to be left out of contemporary music arguments, noting that the Kuti family remains committed to supporting African music through initiatives such as Felabration, which celebrates the icon’s enduring influence.
