Nigerian fans and artists are taking offence after Ghanaian musician, Medikal, declared that only Nigerian artist, Davido, has more wealth than him. The Omo Ada hitmaker was boasting during an interview when he made the controversial statement.
I respect and look up to Davido not only for his talent but also for his hard work and the success he has achieved in the music industry. In terms of wealth, he is the only Nigerian artist that has more money than me, said Medikal.
His comments sparked a wave of angry responses from Nigerian fans and artists, many of whom found his assertion disrespectful. While Medikal has been recognized as one of the successful artists in Ghana, several Nigerian artists are believed to be more wealthy.
Artist like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Don Jazzy, and D'banj, among others, have been known to command vast fortunes, stemming from lucrative record deals, endorsement deals, and private businesses.
Many Nigerians believe that Medikal's claim was an attempt to undermine the success and influence of the Nigerian music industry, which has produced some of Africa's most celebrated artists.
Despite the backlash, Medikal maintains that his assertion was based on personal achievement and did not aim to belittle the successes of other artists. However, fans are calling for more humility from the star and less boasting. Whether or not this will affect Medikal's standing within the industry remains to be seen.
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