Nigerian rapper Olamide made headlines after addressing students at York University, Toronto, where he dropped a bold statement about the state of Afrobeats.
During the interactive session, the YBNL boss declared that Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artiste of this generation, second only to the legendary Fela Kuti.
He also referenced their long-standing collaborations since 2011 on hits like Street OT and Kana, emphasizing how Wizkid has consistently pushed Afrobeats to the global stage
In his words, he said:
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Wizkid — we’ve made so many songs together. You know say after Fela, Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artist ever.”
His comment instantly drew loud cheers from students and quickly went viral online. Fans praised his honesty, while others reignited the ever-heated debate about who truly leads Afrobeats today.
The discussion, which centered on Nigerian music, culture, and the rise of Afrobeats, turned lively as Olamide’s statement spread across social media.
Olamide’s bold praise has reignited conversations about Afrobeats’ biggest names. Whether fans agree or not, one thing remains clear — Nigerian music continues to dominate the global stage.