Deepening Rivalry Threatens Nigerian Afrobeats Scene
In the Nigerian music landscape, a wave of beefs has stirred up a series of conflicts among Afrobeats artists, creating a buzz of contention and rivalry.
These beefs, which have been simmering under the surface for some time, surged to the forefront just as the well-known rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar was unfolding on the other side of the Atlantic.
Here's an overview of some of the prominent beefs that are currently causing a stir in the Nigerian music industry.
Wizkid vs Davido
Wizkid and Davido, hailed as two of Nigeria's biggest music sensations, have had a strained relationship dating back to their early days as up-and-coming artists in 2011.
Although the exact reason behind their beef remains undisclosed, the feud has persisted on and off for more than a decade.
While...