Popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has sparked controversy following a comment he made ahead of the Fidau prayer held in honour of his late mother, Alhaja Halimah Anifowoshe.
The statement, which many deemed offensive, came to light in a video that began trending on Friday.
In the clip, K1 was seen conversing with a man while preparing for the eight-day Fidau prayer.
During the discussion, he used the phrase “Ga nu si” in reference to some Islamic clerics (Alfas), which quickly ignited debates online.
Many interpreted the remark as suggesting that some Alfas attend such ceremonies primarily for pecuniary gain.
Speaking in Yoruba, K1 was heard saying, “Alfas will not go to my father’s house for the party, It’s my house they will “Ga nu si”. Then we prayed in my house before going back to my father’s house for the main party.”
Muslim clerics and faithful have since been knocking the musician for his comment.
Some others also took a swipe at clerics who they said derive pleasure in attending social events uninvited.
The Fidau prayer, a significant Islamic ritual held in memory of the deceased, took place on Friday, January 24.
It drew an array of A-list celebrities and notable Islamic clerics, including Sheikh Faruq Onikijipa, who delivered a sermon at the event.
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