Motunrayo Kuti, daughter of the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has entered the growing feud involving her brother, Seun Kuti, and music star Wizkid.
She reacted strongly after Wizkid declared he was “bigger” than Fela, a comment that followed an online clash linked to the nickname “Big Bird.”
A fiery video response from Motunrayo, now circulating widely on social media, has further intensified the already heated debate among fans.
Motunrayo Defends Fela’s Legacy
In the video, Motunrayo accused Wizkid of disrespecting her father’s legacy and history.
“Wizkid is bigger than Fella Abi. Wizkid, you are also bigger than your father. That your useless father. That one wey abandon you and your mama wey don die so. That man, Muniru. Muniru Olátúnjí Balogun.
“You see that Muniru Olátúnjí, You are also bigger than your useless father. As you are bigger than our own father.
“Our father Fela is now bigger than your father, Muniru Olátúnjí Balogun and your mother, that woman wey die throway like cockroach. Yes Fela big pass those two,” Motunrayo said.
Her remarks quickly drew mixed reactions, with many describing the comments as deeply personal and excessive.
How the Wizkid–Seun Kuti Clash Started
The controversy began when Wizkid responded to Seun Kuti during a social media exchange.
Wizkid wrote, “I big pass your papa,” a statement that instantly went viral and sparked outrage across platforms.
The disagreement is linked to Seun Kuti’s Instagram handle, “Big Bird Kuti,” which appears to clash with Wizkid’s long-standing nickname, “Big Bird.”
Social Media Reacts
Fans of both artists have taken sides, with some defending Wizkid’s success and influence.
Others insist Fela Kuti’s cultural and political impact remains unmatched in Nigerian music history.
As reactions continue to pour in, the feud shows no sign of cooling down anytime soon.
