Fuji music icon King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as K1 De Ultimate, interrupted his performance on Thursday, August 28, 2026, to perform a full traditional Yoruba prostration in honour of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. The gesture occurred during the 60th birthday celebration of His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabiru Adewale Obalanlege, the Olota of Ota, and has since gone viral after a band member shared the video online.
Moment of Respect on Stage
As Obasanjo approached the performance area, K1 De Ultimate, who was mid-performance, spotted the elder statesman and immediately lowered himself to the ground, lying flat on the stage in front of the crowd. The former president, visibly moved by the tribute, walked over to K1 while he was still prostrating and gave him a pat on the back in acknowledgment of the show of respect.
The exchange drew loud appreciation from guests at the ceremony. A member of K1's band later posted the recording online, where it quickly gained traction across social media platforms.
Online Reactions Highlight Cultural Pride
The clip resonated deeply with followers of both men, with many pointing to the moment as a reminder of the richness of Yoruba tradition. Several social media users took to the comment sections to express their admiration.
@oshereatiolorinyorubanews wrote: "Yoruba has a beautiful culture when it's come to respecting our elders." Another user, @alayoademola, commented: "Alhaji well done sir for according the due respect of the Ebora Owu."
@williamsakinyemi reacted: "K1 You Do This One No Permanent Enemy. Yoruba Ethoes." @k3dfuture noted with a laugh: "Baba is always careful when it comes to handling microphone. He no dey loose guard."
Broader Cultural Commentary
@lateefelastikcity added a broader point about cultural values: "Regardless of their political views… you can't takeaway the culture … that 'respect' … that's exact thing I was saying about davido … insulting oyetola."
The moment has sparked conversations about the importance of traditional respect for elders, even among public figures and politicians. The video continues to circulate online, drawing reactions from Nigerians across the country.
In a related development, Legit.ng had earlier reported that a video from former President Obasanjo's 89th birthday celebration surfaced online and sparked reactions. The former president marked his 89th birthday at a grand ceremony attended by dignitaries, family members, and other prominent figures. However, a clip from that celebration attracted attention online, with many viewers expressing concern over what appeared to happen to the former politician. Some social media users subsequently called for caution and urged people to pay attention to his well-being.
