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‘You’re Only 001 In Your House’ – Wizkid Again Shades Davido
Nigerian music superstar Wizkid has once again ignited controversy by taking direct shots at his longtime rival, Davido, in a series of heated social media posts.
The Grammy-winning artist, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday to mock Davido’s self-proclaimed title of “001,” claiming that the only place Davido holds that title is in his own home.
Wizkid’s post read: “The only time u’re 001 is when u’re in your house. U’re not 001 of nothing but Instagram followers!” The Afrobeats star didn’t stop there, taking aim at Davido’s entourage, accusing him of using his wealth to manipulate those around him.
He claimed that Davido surrounds himself with financially dependent individuals, stating: “Naija is a place the rich weaponize poverty so u carry all these broke boys in real life and get them visas so they worship u.”
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Wizkid also appeared to take a swipe at Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, Davido’s uncle, who is often referred to as the “Dancing Governor” for his frequent dance displays on social media. Wizkid wrote: “When u see people wey dem papa and family train, u go know! U don’t see my uncle dancing online,” a thinly veiled reference to Adeleke’s public persona.
The social media outburst continued as Wizkid responded to claims about a recent Puma endorsement deal. Rumors suggested that Puma paid Davido more than Wizkid, to which Wizkid fired back, saying: “No! Puma is a big brand, but the budget they had for Africa wasn’t for me! Was cool for your client tho!”
He went on to clarify that he had turned down the offer because the brand couldn’t meet his financial demands: “I turned down Puma cos they could no longer afford to pay me cos I wanted more! Don’t need dat! Way bigger than every artiste u just mentioned!”
The feud also extended to Nelson Epega, CEO of Chatter, a social audio-visual platform, who criticized Wizkid’s behavior. Epega described Wizkid as an “uncontrollable psychopath” and praised Davido’s popularity.
Wizkid retaliated, claiming Epega couldn’t afford him: “First off, you can’t afford me fool! You are doing business with the right person you can afford!”
Wizkid went on to further taunt Davido’s musical abilities, saying: “You’re not as fly as me, can’t sing or make music like me, u don’t make more money than me.” He also took jabs at Davido’s inner circle, labeling his entourage as “broke” and calling his lawyer a “dumb ass” for constantly being around him.
This latest exchange has once again reignited the long-standing rivalry between two of Afrobeats’ biggest stars, stirring widespread reactions on social media.
Fans of both artists have taken sides, fueling debates and discussions across multiple platforms. With tensions running high, many are wondering whether the feud will escalate further or eventually fizzle out.
As the battle for supremacy in the Afrobeats world continues, the rivalry between Wizkid and Davido remains a hot topic in Nigerian entertainment, captivating fans and drawing attention to the dynamic and often dramatic relationships within the industry.
Model Olajumoke Orisaguna, popularly known as Olajumoke Onibread, has opened up about her traumatic experiences in her marriage, accusing her ex-husband, Sunday Orisaguna, of domestic violence and ruining her career.
In an interview with City FM, Olajumoke shared harrowing details of her past, highlighting the abuse she endured during her time in her ex-husband’s family home in Ire, Osun State.
“We stayed in my husband’s family house at Ire in Osun State, and there is no way you stay in such a place that you would not encounter problems,” she recounted.
Olajumoke revealed that her mother-in-law’s hostility exacerbated the situation, as her ex-husband often sided with his mother without hearing her perspective.
“He would not hear my own side of the story before beating me. Whenever I had a misunderstanding with his mother, he would beat me to the extent that my face and body would be swollen. Sometimes he would even use a belt,” she said.
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She further explained how she kept the abuse hidden to avoid upsetting her mother, who also lived nearby. Despite the hardships, Olajumoke continued to support the family financially, as her husband was unemployed.
Reflecting on a pivotal moment in January 2016, Olajumoke described the day she decided to leave:
“We were frying akara for his dad’s remembrance when I had an issue with his elder sister. As usual, he beat me up, and I decided that I was going to leave, move to Lagos, and start working at the bakery because I had been there before.”
Three days later, she relocated to Lagos with her two children. According to Olajumoke, the separation led to further challenges as her ex-husband began tarnishing her reputation, contributing to her career’s decline.
“Everything started going down the drain after separation because he started spoiling my name. Since then, things started going down,” she lamented.
Olajumoke, who rose to fame in 2016 after a chance encounter during a photoshoot with British rapper Tinie Tempah and photographer TY Bello, is now using her platform to shed light on the struggles she endured.
The model’s story has reignited conversations about domestic abuse and the societal pressures faced by women in similar situations.
Nigerian music icon Davido, popularly known as ‘OBO,’ is being celebrated across the globe as he marks his 32nd birthday today, November 21.
Fans, supporters, and friends have flooded social media with goodwill messages, prayers, and tributes to honour the Unavailable crooner.
In a heartfelt post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Davido expressed gratitude for reaching this milestone. “Big 32 soon! Omo, God is good. Happy to be alive! My eyes don see shege! But steady my fans dey shout shekpe!” he wrote, reflecting on his journey and the unwavering support of his fan base, the ‘30BG.’
Fans were quick to shower the superstar with love and admiration:
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@prettymfon wrote: “OBO baddest!!! 30BG everywhere you go!!! Happy birthday to the real GOAT, 001. God bless you more and more. May you live long to reap the fruits of your labour. Enjoy!!!”
@AbiolaBlackdiva added: “Happy birthday baba ibeji.”
@Big_Rosie_ celebrated with: “We mount and still shouting Shekpe 001 happy big 32.”
In a generous act of celebration, Davido’s wife, Chioma Adeleke, announced a giveaway of ₦40 million to 200 people, encouraging participants to subscribe to a YouTube channel as part of the entry process. She posted on X: “To celebrate Davido’s birthday today, I’ll be sharing ₦40million to 200 people. All you have to do is subscribe to the YouTube channel below and drop a screenshot as proof! Good-luck!!!”
Adding to the festivities, Mr Jay Autos LLC, an auto dealership, gifted Davido a brand-new Escalade 600 Premium Luxury. In an announcement, the company stated: “On your birthday our brand Mr Jay Autos LLC has decided to gift you this new Escalade 600 Premium Luxury. We appreciate your patronage and love for the brand. Happy birthday oriade @davido cheers to many more years.”
Davido, who has consistently dominated the Nigerian and global music scene, continues to inspire millions with his talent, resilience, and generosity. As the celebrations unfold, fans worldwide remain united in wishing the 30BG leader more success and happiness in the years to come.
Nigerian beauty queen and Miss Universe runner-up, Chidimma Adetshina has revealed her decision to step away from beauty pageants.
Speaking candidly about her future plans, she shared, “I am putting pageant to bed. I’m going to focus more on my education and establishing who Chidimma is. More into runways. So many things I would like to touch on and see where my potential can go to.”
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Adetshina’s decision comes after a challenging experience during her participation in the Miss Universe competition.
Following this chapter of her life, she has chosen to shift her priorities toward her education, acting aspirations, and exploring her potential in other fields.
Having recently returned to Nigeria from South Africa, where she encountered personal hurdles, Adetshina expressed resilience and a positive outlook. “I hold no grudges,” she noted, emphasizing her focus on growth and new opportunities.
Her announcement has sparked widespread conversations, with many admirers and industry stakeholders praising her courage to redefine her journey.
As she steps into this new phase, Adetshina is determined to embrace fresh challenges and make her mark in diverse areas of interest.
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