Portable Claims to Be New Fela, Sparks Controversy in Music Industry
Nigerian singer Portable, also known as Habeeb Okikiola, has stirred controversy by declaring himself the new Fela Anikulapo Kuti, a legendary figure in Afrobeat music. This claim has led to a feud involving Seun Kuti and Wizkid, with Seun rejecting comparisons between Wizkid and his father, Fela.
The debate centers on whether modern commercial success equates to Fela's historical influence as a political and cultural activist. Wizkid has refuted claims of copying Fela's legacy, emphasizing his own achievements and rejecting any comparison to the iconic musician.
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