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‘Amazing Human’ – Wizkid Hails Don Jazzy After Labelling Him ‘Influencer’

Wizkid, the world-famous Nigerian Afrobeats singer, has praised veteran Nigerian producer and music executive, Don Jazzy for his “amazing” nature.

The commendation follows their recent fallout on social media.

Recall that Wizkid shaded Don Jazzy after his signee Ladipoe seemingly ridiculed him in an X post for claiming that ‘hip hop is dead’.

After a fan alerted Wizkid to the post, he reacted by saying, “Lol, never chatting with anyone signed to an influencer. Next.”

He also retweeted two tweets suggesting that he referred to Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy as an influencer.

Don Jazzy reacted by unfollowing Wizkid on Instagram.

It appears the duo have put away their differences as Don Jazzy recently appreciated Wizkid for endorsing his signee, Ayra Starr’s sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21.’

On Thursday, Wizkid took to his X handle to hail Don Jazzy, describing him as an “amazing human.”

He wrote, “Don jazzy! amazing human! [Love and eagle emojis].”

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I Am The Flyest Man On Earth – Wizkid Brags

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Wizkid has declared himself as the “flyest man on earth.”

The singer, recently seen in Paris, sparked discussions about passersby seemingly not recognizing him, with critics suggesting his songs are no longer popular.

In a recent post on his Instastories, the “Essence” hitmaker proclaimed himself the flyest man in the entire world and shared some new photos.

He wrote: “FLYEST NIG*A ON EARTH”

See reactions to the post below;

amakagurl said: “Of course he’s the Flyest ….. some 003 fans won’t agree to it 😂😂😂😂😂😂”

viviantuza said: “Wizkid is not popular anymore so sad”

oluwaclap stated: “Don’t play! He said what he said !!!!!!”

fx_de_boss said: “This man don go smoke CO again 😂”

iam_bmodel said: “He really is the best dressed in Nigeria music industry.”

cute_rikkie wrote: “For giving unlimited peace of mind to your fan, God bless u for that 😂

domingo_loso said: “Fair enough, dude’s drip, composure and swag is impeccable”

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Wizkid Rejected Huge Money To Vote For A Party During 2023 Elections – MI Reveals

Nigerian rapper, MI Abaga, has disclosed how Afrobeats star, Wizkid was offered a huge amount of money by a certain political party during the 2023 presidential elections.

According to MI, the party recognized Wizkid’s significant social influence and attempted to buy his support.

However, Wizkid declined the offer, choosing to remain neutral in the political landscape.

MI disclosed that he was also offered 20 times more than Wizkid’s proposed amount by the opposing party, PDP.

This revelation highlights Wizkid’s commitment to staying apolitical, unlike some of his colleagues who have publicly endorsed political candidates.

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Don Jazzy’s Dad Addresses Wizkid’s Mockery of His Son

Collins Enebeli Ajereh, the father of Don Jazzy has reacted to a disrespectful remark made by singer Wizkid against his son.
Recall that Wizkid had in April mocked Don Jazzy, referring to the music producer as an “influencer”.

The singer’s post attracted criticism against him on social media, with some users describing his remarks as “disrespectful”.

The Mavin Records head honcho has remained reticent about the matter; and did not respond to the ‘Ojuelegba’ hitmaker.
Don Jazzy, however, recently appreciated Wizkid for endorsing Ayra Starr’s latest album.
Ajereh was recently featured on HipTV’s Trending hosted by Kim Oprah, the reality TV star.
When asked to speak on the mockery, Don Jazzy’s dad said anyone who made such a comment about his son is entitled to their own opinion.
Ajereh said there is “no love lost”, adding that people should not make a fuss about the matter.
“I do not see why people make anything spectacular out of it,” he said.
“Whoever said what he or she said depends on the circumstance they made such comment and I wouldn’t want that to be an issue of controversy.
 
“There is no love lost and there is no need to see it in a different way other than what it was intended to be or what it is. We just pass it by.”
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Wizkid Dedicates Upcoming Album To Late Mum

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, the famous Nigerian Afrobeats singer, who is popularly known as Wizkid, has announced that his sixth studio album would be dedicated to his late mum, Jane Morayo Balogun.

The ‘Ojuelegba’ hitmaker made the announcement in a video message shared via his social media on Saturday.

He also disclosed that the album titled ‘Morayo’ in honour of his mum would be released “very soon.”

Wizkid said, “My album ‘Morayo’, dedicated to my mum, the love of my life, drops very soon. Don’t dull. Don’t sleep.”

Recall that Wizkid’s mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, died on August 18, 2023, in London.

The singer said the pain of losing his mum ‘hurts deeply’.

He said, “The pain is profound.”

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Don Jazzy Appreciates Wizkid For Endorsing Signee, Ayra Starr’s New Album

MAVINS Records boss, Don Jazzy has taken to the X platform to appreciate Wizkid for endorsing the sophomore album of his signee, Ayra Starr.

The producer has now resolved any impression of a rift between them following their recent social media fallout.

Wizkid had taken to his X handle to endorse the album which dropped Friday.

Sharing the album cover and streaming link, Wizkid wrote: “Superstar [love and eagle emojis].”

Don Jazzy reposted Wizkid’s tweet with the caption; “Thanks Big Wiz [eagle emoji].”

Recall that  Wizkid shaded Don Jazzy after his signee, Ladipoe seemingly ridiculed him in an X post for claiming that ‘hip hop is dead’.

After a fan alerted Wizkid to the post, he reacted by saying, “Lol, never chatting with anyone signed to an influencer. Next.”

He also retweeted two tweets suggesting that he referred to Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy as an influencer.

Wizkid’s subtle shade at Don Jazzy sparked outrage on social media, with several celebrities including skit makers, Mr Macaroni and Nasboi and reality stars, Doyin and Tacha berating him for “disrespecting” the Mavin boss.

Don Jazzy reacted by unfollowing Wizkid on Instagram.

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Lojay Names His Top 4 African Artists

Popular Nigerian singer/songwriter, Lojay has listed his top 4 African artists.

In a recent interview with Capital Xtra, the ‘Monalisa’ crooner and his co-interviewee were asked about their favorite artists and producers across Africa.

The co-interviewee named Sarz, Don Jazzy, Maphorisa, and Pheelz as his top music producers. When Lojay was asked to name his top four African artists, he chose Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Olamide.

See reactions to his list below;

Ayomide stated: “hahah Lojay is so ungrateful”

miraclejoe said: “He Sharpp ❤️❤️any other ones are new cats 😂😭”

genius noted: “Nah why Sarkodie cry out the other time”

Dinho wrote: “Sarz go sabi guide well well”

diamonddemola stated; “This is a disrespect to shizzi”

EmiNiyen said: “To prevent getting dragged, u either ignore the question and mention the 4 OGs but we all know who he stans”

Ja’aime Olawale said: “This one no one offend any fan base. Omo ogbon”

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Wizkid Drops Advice About Working Smart, Hours After Davido Ventured Into Crypto

Famous singer, Wizkid has dropped words of advice to his followers.
According to him, they should work smart.
The singer spoke on Twitter a few hours after Davido ventured into cryptocurrency.
Recall that Davido launched his cryptocurrency yesterday.

The coin, which debuted on May 29, 2024 was valued at $0.007783 USD and later crashed.

Following the crash, Wizkid took to Twitter and wrote:
“Work smart make u no go Dey hustle like fool ❤️ 🦅,”
Netizens took to the comment section to concur and share their own opinions.
Check out some reactions below …
@dammiedammie35 said: “Make you no dey go invest in crypto wey you no sure of, you go warm eba chop tire.”
@pbtips_ commented: “I know say he dey see everything 😂😂😂”
@GucciStarboi wrote: ““So because I want quick quick money, I be fool ? Ehn Wizkid?”
OGBdeyforyou asked: “Hope say no be my 001 you dey talk to like this?😒”
@the_smallie wrote: “Cooking don start again”
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Wizkid Does Not Release Most of His Features With Nigerian Artists – Slimcase

Nigerian singer, Slimcase has opened up on why Wizkid doesn’t release most of the songs he collaborated with other musicians in Nigeria.
Explaining why, Slimcase stated that Wizkid listens to songs about 50 times to know if they meet his standards before dropping them.
He stated that most artists’ collaborations with Wizkid ended up not making it out of the studio because they didn’t meet his standards.
Speaking in a recent interview with Naija FM, Lagos, Slimcase said, “When you make music with Wizkid, he will let you do your thing without any scrutiny, then in your absence, he can listen to the song like 50 times to know if the song meets his standard. That is why you see artists in the studio with Wizkid and the song never drops.”
Slimcase collaborated with Wizkid on a song titled ‘Gucci Snake’ in 2018.
Recall that singer BNXN recently called out Wizkid for hoarding collaborations with young artists.
He lamented that Wizkid collaborates with young artists year in, year out but most of the songs have never made it out of the studio.
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Critic urges Wizkid to quit music following snippet of his new song

Concerned music critics urge the internationally recognized Afrobeat singer, Wizkid to quit music with dignity following a snippet of his new song.

It would be recalled that the notable singer caused a serious clash on social media some weeks ago after attacking top-tier colleagues and rising music stars.

Following the drama, a snippet of Wizkid’s upcoming song surfaced on social media and has since been tabled for discussion by music critics.

A social media user identified as @Manlikeicey took to the microblogging platform X to share his take on the song snippet, prompting Wizkid to retire with honour.

“Make Wizkid just retire from music. Lool this is 2024 for God’s sake,” he wrote.

More reactions trailing snippet of Wizkid ‘s new song

deevah____ said: “Omo 😂if you be Davido fan you no know wetin God do for you 😍😹.”

an_na_bella11 penned: “Even if wizkid mess we go stream am😌🦅.”

emmanuelphilipsofficial said: “Abeg make una play me that my Idolo snippets wetin be this 😂.”

iamdonblaqwifi reacted: “From now till career end this wizkid can never make hit track again like the old wizkid Shm . He should just maintain his old legendary Title biko. OBO REMAINS 001.”

nehita___ wrote: “If this song no sweet ur ur ear then maybe ur village people don shooooook broom put 😃😃😃😃😂 even big Wiz sneeze sweet.”