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Nigerian Fuji music icon, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) , is facing intense public criticism after a video surfaced showing him openly praising Abidemi Rufai, a former government aide convicted of a multi-million dollar fraud scheme in the United States. The incident has ignited a firestorm on social media, with many linking the controversy to KWAM 1's ongoing ambition to become the next Awujale (king) of Ijebuland. Critics argue that celebrating a convicted criminal is unbecoming of someone seeking a revered traditional stool. The Incident and the Crime The viral video shows KWAM 1 at an event lavishing praise on Abidemi Rufai. Rufai is a former senior special assistant to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun who was sentenced in the United States for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Background of Abidemi Rufai's Fraud: *   Crime: Used stolen identities to attempt to defraud the U.S. government of nearly $2.4 million. *  ...

Nigerian Fuji music star Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM 1) has submitted a genealogical form to contest the throne of the Awujale of Ijebu Ode, but his claim to the required royal lineage is being disputed by key family heads, casting doubt on his eligibility. Submission and Scheduled Review The throne has been vacant since the passing of Oba Sikiru Adetona in July. KWAM 1 submitted his lineage data form to the Fusengbuwa ruling house, which is next in line to produce the next monarch. The family has called an emergency meeting for Thursday, December 11, to review his submission. Otunba Abdulateef Owoyemi, Chairman of the Fusengbuwa ruling house, confirmed the submission. He explained that the form requires contenders to trace their ancestry back seven generations to prove membership, a step necessary before applying for an expression of interest. Controversy Over Claimed Lineage The musician's bid has sparked controversy because he is traditionally a...