In the past, there existed a prevalent belief among parents that engaging in music, particularly Fuji music, would lead their children astray. It was widely perceived that Fuji music was exclusively associated with miscreants and individuals lacking ambition.
Moreover, even educated individuals tended to distance themselves from Fuji musicians, considering them as societal outcasts. Singing or enjoying Fuji music was often equated with illiteracy.
The Transformative Shift in Fuji Music
Today, this narrative has undergone a significant transformation. Fuji musicians now enjoy close relationships with esteemed figures such as authorities, captains of industry, political office holders, and business owners. Their rise from humble beginnings to prominence has been remarkable.
Many musicians now prioritize their children’s education, sending them abroad to acquire knowledge and skills that can later be employed for the benefit of their home country, Nigeria.
Success Stories: Children of Fuji Musicians
Yusuf Adebisi Currency, the son of Taye Currency, graduated from Al Hikmah University in Kwara State. He contested and won a House of Assembly seat in Oyo State under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to represent Ibadan South West Constituency 1
Jibola, the son of the renowned Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, has achieved remarkable success in his academic pursuits. Pasuma proudly shared on social media that his son graduated from high school with outstanding results, attaining a GPA of 4.20 and receiving over $400k in scholarship funds. Jibola’s exceptional performance also secured his admission into more than twenty prestigious universities.
Pasuma’s daughter, Hajjiah Wasila Odetola, graduated from Lead University, while Barakah and Rakeebah both graduated from Alikmah University Ilorin.
Saheed Osupa, the acclaimed King of Fuji music, recently celebrated his daughter’s exceptional academic achievements.
On his Facebook page, he shared a heartwarming photo of himself and his daughter in her graduation gown, expressing admiration for her determination, passion for knowledge, and remarkable success.
King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, a highly respected figure in Nigeria and bestowed with the title of ‘Mayegun of Yorubaland’ by Alaafin Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, has numerous children who have excelled in various fields. Dami Marshall, his daughter, is a prominent lawyer who was called to the bar in 2015.
Dami represented Naira Marley in a legal case against the Nigerian government, securing a victory. She has gained recognition as a celebrity lawyer and also excels as a real estate agent.
The achievements of these Fuji artists and their children serve as an inspiration to others within the Fuji music community. Their dedication to education and the pursuit of excellence paves the way for the emergence of future leaders who will contribute positively to their homeland, Nigeria.
