Generations at war as Fela-Wizkid comparison sparks cultural firestorm – Punch Newspapers

Two men pose against a white background; channeling Fela's influence, one sports a patterned shirt, while the other rocks sunglasses, a white hat, and vest with a large necklace—a true cultural firestorm in fashion.

The ongoing debate comparing Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, with afrobeats star, Wizkid, has grown into a heated national conversation, exposing generational differences in how greatness, influence, and legacy are measured.

The controversy gained momentum after Afrobeat musician and son of the late Fela, Seun Kuti, publicly criticised attempts by Wizkid’s fan base, Wizkid FC, to liken the singer to his father. During a live Instagram session, Seun accused the fan base of constantly…