Veteran Fuji music icon, General Kollington Ayinla, has made a bold claim regarding his place in the genre, asserting that he remains the undisputed leader of Fuji music both in Nigeria and abroad.
In a recent interview with Agbaletu TV, Ayinla addressed his role in shaping Fuji music and responded to ongoing speculation about his frosty relationship with fellow Fuji star, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as K1 De Ultimate.
Explaining his absence at the funeral of K1’s mother, Ayinla stated that all efforts to reach the singer were ignored. “I called him several times, even on New Year’s Day, but he didn’t respond. So I left him alone,” he said.
Speaking on K1’s rising stature and traditional title in Ijebuland, Ayinla remarked that being a local chief does not equate to being the leader of Fuji music. He said pointedly, “If he’s the head of the princes, that’s in his hometown. That doesn’t make him the head of fuji music. Does he want to be God?”
The legendary singer doubled down on his own legacy, insisting that he is the first name that comes to mind when Fuji music is mentioned, both locally and internationally. “People know who started it. When they talk about Fuji, they mention my name first. I’m not worried about others’ claims — I stand firm as the top figure in the industry.”
Reflecting on the origins of the genre, “Fuji existed before I started singing, but we gave it life. I suffered because of it, but we didn’t stop,” he said. “It was me and Sikiru that built fuji music from the ground up.”
He acknowledged K1’s achievements but issued a subtle warning against self-aggrandizement. “K1 is blessed, and he has the connections. But that doesn’t mean he should start calling himself number one. I remain the authority in fuji music — that is the truth.” Ayinla concluded.
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