Tunde Ednut Highlights Wizkid’s Impact on Respect for African Artists

Nigerian celebrity blogger, Tunde Ednut, has taken to Instagram to shed light on why Wizkid stands out as a more respected figure than his counterparts, Davido and Burna Boy. Ednut, in a video shared on his platform, emphasized that Wizkid’s influence on changing the treatment of African artists at the BET Awards is a pivotal factor in earning him widespread admiration.

The celebrity blogger highlighted a crucial moment in 2017 when Wizkid declined attendance at the BET Awards, criticizing the organizers for their unequal treatment of African artists compared to their international counterparts. This bold move by Wizkid laid the foundation for positive changes in subsequent years.

Ednut emphasized that Wizkid’s refusal to attend the awards ceremony in 2017 sparked a shift in the way African artists were recognized. The following year, when Davido clinched the award, the presentations for African artists were integrated into the main show, held in front of a live audience. This move not only elevated the status of African artists but also garnered them increased respect on the global stage.

Wizkid’s dedication to promoting fairness and equal treatment for African artists at prestigious award shows has, according to Tunde Ednut, contributed significantly to his high level of respect and influence in the music industry.