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‘Outright Disrespect!’ — VDM Backs Fela Amid Wizkid, Seun Kuti Feud.
Social media influencer and activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has accused Afrobeat star Wizkid of disrespecting the late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
VDM made the allegations in a series of viral videos released on Thursday, amid the ongoing public dispute between Wizkid and Fela’s son, Seun Kuti.
In the videos, VDM claimed that Wizkid sampled Fela’s classic song “Zombie” and incorporated Fela’s signature “yeh yeh” adlibs into his music. He also alleged that Wizkid copied lyrics from his 2011 hit “Holla At Your Boy”, which he said were originally from the song “Seven” by the group GIRLS. According to VDM, these acts amounted to a disrespect of Fela Kuti’s legacy.
‘Nigeria Doesn’t Honour Its Legends’
In another online post, VDM lamented what he called Nigeria’s failure to properly recognise and honour its music legends, contrasting the respect other countries show their artistes. He argued that Nigerian pioneers are often dismissed as “past glory.”
VDM listed several veteran musicians, including Eldee the Don, African China, Plantation Boiz, P-Square, Remedies, Tony Tetuila, Jazzman Olofin, 9ice, Vector, Sasha P, Asa, Weird MC, 2Face Idibia, and Blackface, noting that many of them face insults or are ignored when they speak on national or industry issues.
He also criticised Wizkid’s comments, claiming they encouraged some fans to insult the late Fela Kuti. VDM stressed that while disagreements are normal in the music industry, Wizkid should have handled the situation more maturely, warning that the debate had escalated into an attack on a national icon.
Wizkid vs Fela Kuti Comparisons
VDM dismissed claims that Wizkid’s Grammy win places him above Fela Kuti. He argued that Wizkid’s 2021 Grammy for Best Music Video as a featured artiste on Beyoncé’s Brown Skin Girl was largely influenced by Beyoncé, rather than reflecting Wizkid’s solo artistry.
He pointed out that Beyoncé has consistently celebrated Fela Kuti, including performing “Zombie” as a tribute and praising him in interviews. He also noted that Zombie was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2025, and Fela is expected to receive a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award.
In contrast, VDM praised Burna Boy and Tems, saying their Grammy wins were earned purely on individual merit—citing Burna Boy’s Best Global Music Album win for Twice As Tall and Tems’ multiple Grammy awards.
Defending Fela’s Legacy
VDM also defended Fela Kuti against criticisms of his personal life, including his multiple marriages, comparing him to historical figures like King Solomon who are revered despite similar controversies.
He insisted that Wizkid has not surpassed Fela Kuti, or other members of the Kuti dynasty such as Femi, Seun, and Made Kuti, highlighting the family’s enduring influence on African music and global culture.
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THE ULTIMATE ENDORSEMENT: Nollywood Legend Patience Ozokwor Drops Massive Bombshell, Names Her Chosen Presidential Candidate!
Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor, affectionately known as Mama G, has publicly endorsed Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The Endorsement: Ozokwor announced her decision while attending an event organized by “Celebrities for Peter Obi.”
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Concerns for Nigeria: Speaking at the gathering, she lamented that despite Nigeria’s vast natural resources, the nation has failed to translate its wealth into a better standard of living for its citizens, contrasting it with countries possessing far fewer resources that have achieved greater development.
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Call for Equity: The actress also decried the alarming economic disparity in the country, pointing to the extreme wealth accumulated by a few individuals while the majority of Nigerians continue to face significant hardship.
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Integrity at Stake: Ozokwor emphasized that her support is a matter of principle, stating, “We have our faces. We have our integrity. I have mine.”
Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has addressed public discussions surrounding his wife, Tiwi, and her customs for showing respect to elders, explaining that she reserves the traditional practice of kneeling for specific relatives.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Cultural Practice: In an interview with VJ Adams, Remi clarified that his wife is happy to kneel for her own parents and grandparents but does not feel it is necessary to kneel for every elderly person she meets.
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Personal Beliefs: The actor emphasized that these differences in cultural expression are part of their marriage and that he respects her perspective.
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Faith and Marriage: Remi also spoke about his spiritual approach to finding a partner, sharing how he prayed for guidance to understand and care for the woman destined to be his wife, whom he now calls his best friend.
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THE DEVASTATING TRUTH: Singer Spyro Drops Massive Bombshell, Confesses How His Father Left Him Emotionally Broken And Traumatized!
Nigerian singer Spyro has bravely opened up about a deeply traumatic childhood marked by repeated public humiliation and physical abuse at the hands of his own father, a pastor.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Public Humiliation in Church: Spyro recounted how his father would routinely accuse him of stealing whenever money went missing in the church, publicly branding him a “thief” and a troublesome child before the congregation.
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Empty Gestures: The singer explained that the intense public embarrassment was sometimes followed by his father buying him milk after the money was found, but he emphasized that these gestures could never repair the profound emotional damage caused by the false accusations.
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A Scar That Remains: Recalling a particularly painful incident, Spyro told how his father called him a liar when he reported a school cleaner had scratched his head. After confronting the cleaner, who denied the incident, his father brutally flogged him, leaving a physical scar on his back that is still visible 22 years later.
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Enduring Trauma: The singer stated that this betrayal “broke” him, as he was severely punished for telling the truth, leaving a lasting impact on his confidence and emotional well-being.
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