Nigerian artist Michael Olayinka, known professionally as Ruger, has stirred conversations within the music industry by proposing a collaboration between Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.
Ruger put forth the idea during a guest appearance on the Cocktails and Takeaways podcast on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, advocating for a joint musical venture and subsequent world tour involving the trio.
His suggestion comes amidst a period of heightened tension between Davido and Wizkid, marked by a flurry of online exchanges filled with sharp remarks. Despite the ongoing feud, Ruger believes collaboration could serve as a unifying force within the industry.
During the podcast, Ruger elaborated that he and fellow artist BNXN could handle the composition of the songs, while Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy would focus on the performance aspect.
While Ruger’s proposal has garnered attention from fans and industry insiders, reactions have been mixed. Some fans express skepticism and disagreement, pointing out the complexities and rivalries inherent within the music scene.
As discussions surrounding Ruger’s call for collaboration unfold, the possibility of a joint project involving three of Nigeria’s biggest musical talents remains a subject of speculation and debate within the music community.
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Recall, Big Wiz stirred controversy with his social media posts, including a video allegedly depicting OBO in a compromising situation. This controversy arises amidst swirling rumours of infidelity involving Davido and an American model.
Moving forward, in a recent social media back-and-forth, Davido swiftly responded to a viral video posted by Wizkid, igniting heated online shades.
As they traded barbs, fans were entertained, eagerly anticipating further exchanges, though this feud may mark the end of their friendship.
Davido tweeted, “When LIGHT comes darkness VANISHES!!! LETS GET ACTIVE!!”
Wizkid’s reply to him was, “U and all ur crew plus ur pant washer song writer go to sleep at night thinking you actually got anything on me in music; wish u all well”