Nigerian rapper Olamide has responded to the online criticism following his declaration that Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artist since Fela Kuti. His initial statement, made during a press conference in Toronto, prompted strong reactions from fans of Burna Boy and Davido.
Addressing the controversy on his social media account, Olamide stated that everyone is entitled to their personal opinion. He emphasized that the sky has ample space for all artists to succeed and that personal preferences do not diminish another's achievements.
He further expressed his belief that artists of their caliber, including Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid, are not narrow-minded. Olamide suggested that their ability to remain unaffected by differing perspectives is a key factor in their significant success.
Addressing the controversy on his social media account, Olamide stated that everyone is entitled to their personal opinion. He emphasized that the sky has ample space for all artists to succeed and that personal preferences do not diminish another's achievements.
He further expressed his belief that artists of their caliber, including Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid, are not narrow-minded. Olamide suggested that their ability to remain unaffected by differing perspectives is a key factor in their significant success.