Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, made headlines on Thursday with a series of intriguing statements on the social media platform X.com. The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer celebrated as one of Africa's most influential artists, shared his thoughts on religion and spirituality with his followers.
Wizkid, known globally for hits like “Essence,” “Come Closer,” and “Ojuelegba,” posted, “I could start a church if I wanted.” This statement quickly captured the attention of his extensive fanbase, leading to widespread speculation and discussion. The exact intent behind his post remains unclear.
The 33-year-old artist continued with more posts, saying, “Jesus is King,” and “After God na God. No go whine.” These remarks have added to the conversation about his views on faith.
I could start a church if I wanted 😎
— Wizkid (@wizkidayo) June 20, 2024
Hailing from Lagos, Nigeria, Wizkid has amassed numerous accolades throughout his career, including a Grammy Award for his work on Beyoncé's “Brown Skin Girl.” He has also received several other prestigious awards, such as BET Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and MOBO Awards.