Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has been making headlines recently, not for his music, but due to a series of controversial incidents.
The latest involves a heated altercation at Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos, where Kuti engaged in a verbal exchange with an American-based man who had allegedly threatened his life online. The confrontation quickly escalated, leading to a viral video.
In the video, the man, who had initially threatened to kill Seun Kuti online, encountered the musician in person and attempted to leave the airport. However, Kuti insisted that he should not be allowed to leave, citing the earlier threat. This incident adds to a string of controversies surrounding Seun Kuti.
In October, Kuti revealed how close he came to losing his career after a viral video showed an altercation with a Nigerian police officer. The incident not only threatened his career but also resulted in his arrest. Earlier in the year, Seun Kuti had another unfortunate encounter with the Nigerian police, where he slapped an officer in what he described as an act of self-defense to protect himself and his family. However, public support did not align with his expectations, as many sided with the police officer.
In addition to his clashes with law enforcement, Seun Kuti’s relationships within the entertainment industry have also faced strain. He recently criticized popular comedian AY, accusing him of insulting his family in a comedy skit. Seun Kuti claimed that AY used his personal challenges as material for jokes and mistreated his wife. The musician also alleged that AY had not reciprocated the support he offered during AY’s difficult times, further escalating tensions in the industry.
