Seun Kuti speaks out on Burna Boy, Speed Darlington feud, clarifying his position and addressing Diddy’s involvement in Speed’s rise.

Renowned Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has publicly distanced himself from the ongoing dispute between Burna Boy and Speed Darlington, which has been making waves in the Nigerian music scene.

The feud ignited after Speed Darlington was arrested for claiming Burna Boy had illicit ties with American music executive Diddy, allegedly to secure a Grammy nomination.

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In a recent Instagram Live session, Seun Kuti took the opportunity to address the situation, clarifying that while Burna Boy had gifted him diamond jewellery, this gesture did not make him the artist’s close adviser.

Kuti was firm in his stance, stating that he had no intention of becoming embroiled in the conflict.

“Don’t involve me in Burna Boy and Speed Darlington’s case; just because I collected a diamond from him doesn’t mean I’m his close adviser,” Seun Kuti emphasised, urging fans and the media to refrain from associating him with the ongoing saga.

Kuti also spoke out on Speed Darlington’s accusation, which alleged that Burna Boy had an illicit relationship with Diddy.

According to Kuti, Diddy played a significant role in the rise of Speed Darlington’s career, particularly by reposting his hit song “Bangdadang,” a move that propelled the track to prominence.

Seun Kuti made it clear that despite his long musical career, Diddy had never reposted any of his songs.

“Diddy was even the one who made Speed Darlington popular. He reposted ‘Bangdadang,’ which made the song popular. I’ve done a lot of songs, and Diddy never posted any of them, but he reposted Speed Darlington’s song,” Kuti explained.

Seun Kuti’s comments come as the drama between Burna Boy and Speed Darlington continues to captivate the public, with both musicians dominating social media conversations.

However, Kuti has made it clear that he wants no part in the feud and prefers to remain focused on his own musical journey.