Nigerian Afrobeats rivals trade jabs on social media

The longstanding tension between Nigerian Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid and Davido has resurfaced, sparking a fresh wave of online drama.

Their rivalry, which has seen numerous public disagreements in the past, flared up again following new music releases by both stars.

The latest episode began when Davido shared a preview of a forthcoming single, slated for release in early 2024.

His timing coincided with the announcement of a highly anticipated track from Wizkid’s next album Morayo.

Davido hinted that his song would be a significant celebration of Nigeria’s independence, creating buzz among his fanbase.

Not long after, Wizkid took to social media with what many believe was a thinly veiled dig at his rival.

In his post, he criticized unnamed artists for consistently producing subpar music, a remark fans were quick to interpret as directed at Davido. The cryptic message set off a chain reaction, with social media users weighing in on the brewing conflict.

The situation escalated when one of Davido’s close associates accused Wizkid of using the singer’s name to stir up attention and boost the reception of his own music.

This sentiment was echoed by fans, some of whom openly questioned whether Wizkid’s success depended on these periodic confrontations with his fellow artist.

While the exchange between the two artists and their supporters has once again ignited debate within the music community, it highlights the enduring rivalry between two of Nigeria’s most influential musicians.

As fans await more music from both sides, the competitive dynamic that has defined their relationship shows no signs of fading anytime soon.

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