The already-heated clash between Wizkid and Seun Kuti has taken a dramatic new turn after Motunrayo Kuti, daughter of the late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, entered the fray with a fiery and deeply personal video response.
Her outburst, which has since gone viral across X (Twitter), Instagram and TikTok, has intensified what many now describe as one of the most explosive celebrity feuds in Nigerian music history.
Motunrayo Kuti Defends Fela’s Legacy
Reacting to Wizkid’s controversial claim that he is “bigger” than Fela, Motunrayo accused the Afrobeats superstar of gross disrespect and crossing a line that should never have been touched.
In the emotional video, she blasted Wizkid for what she described as arrogance and historical ignorance, insisting that Fela’s legacy can never be measured by fame, charts, or wealth.
Her comments quickly became the centre of controversy after she dragged Wizkid’s parents into the argument, a move that shocked many Nigerians and split public opinion.
What Triggered the Explosion
The drama began after Wizkid responded to Seun Kuti during an online exchange, declaring:
“I big pass your papa.”
The statement immediately went viral, drawing outrage from Afrobeat loyalists and cultural commentators who consider Fela Kuti untouchable in Nigerian music history.
The feud is also tied to branding tension around the nickname “Big Bird”, long associated with Wizkid and recently referenced by Seun Kuti through his Instagram persona “Big Bird Kuti.”
Social Media Erupts
Reactions have been fierce and divided:
- Wizkid FC argue that Wizkid was defending himself from prolonged provocation.
- Afrobeat purists insist no modern artiste should compare themselves to Fela, whose impact went far beyond music.
- Others believe Motunrayo’s response went too far, dragging family issues into an already volatile situation.
Screenshots, reaction videos and hashtags continue to trend, with fans debating legacy vs relevance, impact vs popularity, and whether the feud has now moved beyond repair.
Motunrayo Kuti has slammed Wizkid following claims that he is bigger than her father, Fela Kuti. 👀🔥
— NaijaWide Media (@Naijawide01) January 21, 2026
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