In the world of Afrobeats, two names stand above the rest: Wizkid and Davido. These two giants have not only shaped the sound of modern Nigerian music but also fueled one of the most talked-about rivalries in African entertainment. Over the past decade, fans have witnessed multiple attempts to squash their beef, followed by the inevitable resurgence of subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) shade. From cryptic tweets to public reconciliations, the feud between Wizkid and Davido feels like a never-ending saga. But just when it seems like they’re ready to call it quits, they pull us back in with a new twist. Here are five memorable times the feud was declared over only to reignite.

1. The Birth of the Feud (2014)
   The bad blood between Wizkid and Davido can be traced back to 2014. What started as an ambiguous tweet from Wizkid, posted after a performance in New York, quickly escalated into a full-blown rivalry. Davido interpreted the tweet as a jab at him, leading to one of the most significant moments in their feud. While both artists denied the seriousness of the rift at the time, fans knew something was brewing.
2. A Warm Embrace at the “One Africa” Concert (2017)
   In 2017, it seemed like the feud was finally over when Wizkid and Davido embraced at the “One Africa” concert in London. The image of the two stars hugging instantly went viral, and fans hoped it marked the end of their feud. However, this peace was short-lived, as the subtle shade returned a few months later during interviews and social media.
3. Wizkid’s Gesture of Mourning (2022)
   Following the tragic loss of Davido’s son, Ifeanyi, in 2022, Wizkid made a heartfelt gesture by delaying the release of his album More Love, Less Ego. Fans praised this act of solidarity, seeing it as a final step toward burying the hatchet. But while this event displayed maturity and compassion, the rivalry wasn’t gone for good.
4. The Joint Tour Announcement (2023)
   In a move that shocked the entire music world, Wizkid announced in January 2023 that he and Davido would go on a joint tour. “Save your coins,” Wizkid told fans, adding to the excitement of a long-awaited collaboration. This announcement brought hope that their feud was over for good. Yet, before the year was over, fans noticed cryptic tweets and comments from both sides, indicating the tension was far from resolved.
5. Independence Day Drama (2024)
   Most recently, in October 2024, the two stars were once again at the center of drama. After both artists made big announcements for Nigeria’s Independence Day celebrations, Wizkid threw some shade by mocking Davido’s new music as “mids.” While it’s hard to pinpoint the exact cause of the fallout, fans know the script by now just when peace seems to be restored, something reignites the tension.

The feud between Wizkid and Davido has become one of the most enduring narratives in African music. Despite numerous reconciliations, their rivalry has a way of bubbling back to the surface, fueled by fan speculation, subtle jabs, and moments of perceived disrespect. Yet, it’s this very back-and-forth that has kept fans engaged for over a decade. Whether they’re making peace or throwing shade, one thing is for sure Wizkid and Davido will always keep us guessing.