Veteran fuji musician, Alhaji Kollington Ayinla, has declared that he remains the undisputed king of fuji music in Nigeria and beyond, with no equal in the genre.
The 71-year-old fuji icon made the declaration during an interview with Agbaletu TV, where he addressed his strained relationship with fellow fuji legend, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 de Ultimate.
Kollington, in the candid sit-down, expressed his displeasure over K1’s perceived disregard, saying he had tried reaching out on multiple occasions but received no response.
“I called him several times, but he didn’t pick up or return my calls. I even called him on New Year’s Day. Since he didn’t respond, I let him be,” he said.
The fuji general went on to explain why he did not attend or contribute to the burial of K1’s late mother, attributing his decision to the unresolved disconnect between them.
Responding to K1’s influence in the genre and his recent recognition as the “head of the princes” in Ijebuland, Kollington dismissed any comparison.
“If it’s because he’s the head of the princes, that’s in his hometown, not in the fuji industry. He can’t be the head there and also claim leadership in fuji music. That’s like playing God,” he said.
He further stated, “Even if he tries, I, Alhaji General Kollington Ayinla, expect death only from God. If I survived the last one, nothing else can kill me except divine will.”
The fuji veteran insisted that his name is the first to be mentioned globally when it comes to fuji music supremacy.
“When people ask who leads fuji music, in Nigeria or abroad, it is my name they mention. I am the number one authority of fuji music—no debate,” he said, referencing one of K1’s songs in which he claims top position.
Kollington also took a veiled jab at those who attempt to distort history or chase clout:
“Some people already have network and success. That doesn’t mean they should now start arguing about number one or number two.”
The debate over fuji music legacy continues to spark conversations, especially following a recent video where K1 shared how his journey into music began alongside Sikiru Ayinde Barrister while serving in the Nigerian Army.
In that video, K1 acknowledged the foundational role of Barrister in fuji music and recounted how he officially started after submitting a request to leave the orderly room and pursue his passion.
However, Kollington is not backing down from his claim. “It was me and Sikiru that began fuji music. I remain the root and authority of the genre.”
