The Nigerian music industry has been set ablaze following a public confrontation between Afrobeats titan Wizkid and legendary veteran Innocent “2Baba” Idibia. The exchange, which has quickly become the most talked-about entertainment story of 2026, began after 2Baba offered a candid assessment of the global “Big 3” hierarchy.
The Spark: 2Baba’s “Global Growth” Assessment
The controversy was triggered during a recent interview where 2Baba discussed the international trajectory of Nigerian music. During the session, he made a statement that directly challenged the status of two of the genre’s biggest pillars.
“Burna Boy is ahead of Wizkid and Davido in terms of global growth,” 2Baba asserted. The comment immediately went viral, dividing fanbases and reigniting long-standing debates over who truly holds the crown for international dominance.
The Rebuttal: Wizkid’s Snapchat Jab
In a move that surprised many due to its personal nature, Wizkid took to Snapchat to issue a scathing response. Addressing the “African Queen” singer as an “old man,” Wizkid questioned 2Baba’s authority to comment on music while referencing the veteran’s well-documented family history.
“At least make peace with your family first before having opinions about music. Old man, I’m never letting it slack in 2026,” Wizkid posted to his Snapchat story.
Industry Reaction and Trending Rivalries
The exchange has triggered a massive wave of reactions across social media platforms, with hashtags like #Wizkid, #Tuface, and #BurnaBoy trending nationwide.
- The Fanbase Divide: While “Wizkid FC” has rallied behind the singer, praising his “no-nonsense” attitude in 2026, others have criticized the response as disrespectful to a living legend who paved the way for the current generation.
- The Burna Boy Factor: Amidst the friction, supporters of Burna Boy have used the opportunity to amplify 2Baba’s original point, citing Burna’s recent stadium tours and chart entries as evidence of his “global lead.”
- The 2026 Era: Industry watchers note that Wizkid’s “never letting it slack” mantra suggests a more aggressive and confrontational approach to his public persona this year.
Context of the Friction
This clash follows a previous debate in January 2026 where 2Baba labeled comparisons between Wizkid and Fela Kuti as “ridiculous and disrespectful.” While that critique was focused on musical legacy, this latest installment has pivoted into a personal rivalry that many experts believe marks a turning point in the relationship between the “old guard” and the modern Afrobeats elite.
As of now, 2Baba has not responded to the Snapchat post, but the conversation regarding talent, influence, and global reach continues to dominate the cultural zeitgeist.
Source: Africa Publicity
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