Beninese Grammy Award-winning singer Angelique Kidjo has expressed her delight after meeting Nigerian music star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, for the first time. The encounter took place at a Louis Vuitton fashion event during Paris Fashion Week, and Kidjo took to Instagram to share the moment with her followers.
First Meeting at Louis Vuitton Event
In her Instagram post, Kidjo shared a photo of herself and Wizkid smiling for the camera. She wore her signature head wrap and a grey jacket, while Wizkid opted for an unbuttoned lemon-coloured sweater over a white singlet, complemented by dark sunglasses. Kidjo captioned the post with heartfelt words, revealing that it was her first time meeting the 'Ojuelegba' crooner in person. She expressed her admiration for the Nigerian star, describing the encounter as a memorable experience.
Fans React with Excitement and Calls for Collaboration
The post quickly garnered reactions from fans, who flooded the comment section with praises and encouragement. Many fans referred to Wizkid as Nigeria's pride, the GOAT (Greatest of All Time), and an eagle, celebrating his contributions to African music. Several commenters urged Kidjo to collaborate with Wizkid, noting that such a partnership would be a delight for music lovers worldwide.
One user, @prof_fatubarin, wrote: "Mama Africa just meet with the Biggest wiz." Another, @investor_mayfather, commented: "For the first time?.. wow. He is African pride." @gossiploadedtv reacted: "Legends meets legend." @voltageofhype shared: "Na the highest you dey with so mama, collect vocals from am o." @starnice_shot_it added: "He is the greatest thing that happened to African music. A true musician from Africa, BigWiz." @knownsopictures_ wrote: "For the first time indeed, he is our eagle. Hardly seen! Highly Valued!... Love you Mama."
Wizkid's Private Lifestyle Praised
Some commenters also praised Wizkid for maintaining a low profile despite his fame. They described him as a good example of what a celebrity should be, noting that he is rarely seen in public and does not frequently engage in social media drama, unless involved in disagreements with colleagues. Others called Wizkid Africa's pride and expressed surprise that a global music icon like Angelique Kidjo was so excited to meet him.
Background on the Artists
Angelique Kidjo is a Beninese singer, songwriter, and activist known for her diverse musical influences and powerful voice. She has won multiple Grammy Awards and is often referred to as "Mama Africa." Wizkid, born Ayodeji Balogun, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has achieved international acclaim with hits like 'Ojuelegba' and 'Essence.' He has won several awards, including a Grammy for his collaboration on Beyoncé's 'Brown Skin Girl.'
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In related news, Legit.ng had reported that Seun Kuti, son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, continued to react to the way Wizkid’s fans were disrespecting his father. Seun issued a stern warning to the fanbase and shared what he would do about their actions while making comparisons with other fan bases. The Afrobeats star's associate, DJ Tunez, reacted to the video as Wizkid’s fans continued to drag Seun Kuti.
