Nigerians have resurfaced an old social media post by award-winning singer Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, in which he praised music executive and Mavin Records CEO, Collins Ajereh, also known as Don Jazzy.
This resurgence comes in the wake of a recent disrespectful comment made by Wizkid about Don Jazzy, which stirred up a storm on social media platforms.
Plateau News reported that Wizkid criticized Don Jazzy in response to a shade thrown at him by Mavin Records signee, Ladipoe.
In his response, Wizkid boasted that he would not engage with artists signed to an “influencer.” This led to speculation that he was referring to Don Jazzy as a mere social media influencer.
The remarks sparked outrage on social media, prompting Nigerians to demand an apology from Wizkid.
In response, users unearthed an old social media post from Wizkid, where he wished Don Jazzy a happy birthday in 2011.
In the post, Wizkid expressed admiration for Don Jazzy, describing him as a boss and someone he looks up to.
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‘Calling Don Jazzy An Ordinary Influencer Is Disrespectful’
Nigerian skit maker and actor, Debo Adebayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has criticized Grammy award-winning singer Wizkid for his remarks about veteran producer and music executive, Don Jazzy.
In a post on X, Macaroni described Don Jazzy as the biggest entertainment influencer in Africa, encompassing music, content creation, films, and brand endorsements, among other areas.
However, Macaroni expressed that the manner in which Wizkid referred to Don Jazzy as “an influencer” was disrespectful considering Don Jazzy’s contributions to the Nigerian music industry.
He emphasized that Don Jazzy is an “absolute legend” who has selflessly supported numerous entertainers in the country regardless of their status.