The comment comes amid a heated exchange between Wizkid and Seun Kuti, Fela’s youngest son, which erupted after some of Wizkid’s fans compared him to the late Afrobeat pioneer. Seun Kuti appeared displeased with the comparison and publicly criticised Wizkid, prompting a strong reaction from the singer’s camp.
The ensuing feud sparked widespread discussion on social media, with opinions split between those who accused Wizkid of disrespecting Fela’s legacy and those who argued Seun’s response was unnecessarily confrontational.
In the midst of the controversy, Burna Boy shared his perspective in a video posted on Instagram by blogger Tunde Ednut on Saturday evening. The Afrobeat star praised Fela’s impact on music and culture, asserting that the late legend remains unrivalled.
“Fela is the king. He is the only one greater than me,” Burna Boy said, underscoring the enduring influence of the Afrobeat founder.
His statement has since reignited conversations about Fela’s place in music history and the ongoing debate over the influence of contemporary Nigerian artists.