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Shehu Sani Says Fela Kuti Remains Incomparable Amid Wizkid Debate
Former Nigerian senator Shehu Sani has weighed in on the ongoing online debate comparing Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti with singer Wizkid. The conversation has sparked strong reactions across social media, with supporters divided over legacy, influence, and achievements.
Sani said Fela should not be compared to any musician because his impact went beyond entertainment. In a post shared on X, he described Fela as a symbol of resistance who challenged oppression and defended his beliefs despite imprisonment, torture, and threats to his life.
According to Sani, Fela’s influence inspired generations and helped shape Nigeria’s cultural and political space. He added that the musician’s activism made him unique and impossible to compare with any artist, living or dead.
Reactions to the Debate
The debate over Fela and Wizkid has continued to trend online. Supporters of Wizkid highlighted his global achievements, commercial success, and role in modern Afrobeat’s international rise. Others argued that greatness should not only be measured by awards or streaming figures but also by cultural and political influence.
Some commentators said the two musicians belong to different eras and should not be compared. Others noted that Fela’s legacy involved activism and social criticism, while contemporary artists focus more on performance and commercial music.
The discussion has continued to generate conversation about Afrobeat’s evolution, generational influence, and how cultural figures should be remembered.
