Here is why the 'Awolowo' crooner, Fido, issued a public apology on his social media platform on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Rising Afrobeats sensation Fido (born Awosika Olayemi) has broken his silence following a turbulent year, issuing a comprehensive public apology for the "ego and inexperience" that marked his sudden climb to stardom.
In a lengthy statement posted to X on Monday, February 23, 2026, the "Awolowo" singer addressed the series of public feuds and controversial remarks that had led to a significant social media backlash and calls for his "cancellation" in late 2025.
The apology began with a blunt admission: "I messed up." Fido explained that the rapid pace of his success moving from obscurity to chart-topping hits in 2024 left him ill-equipped for the intense scrutiny of the music industry.
"One minute I was dreaming about it, the next minute I was living it," Fido wrote. "And while the world was watching me grow, I was still trying to understand who I was inside that growth."
Addressing the Controversies
The singer’s statement touched on several flashpoints that had alienated fans and industry veterans alike:
- The "Osakpolor FC" Incident: Fido expressed regret for remarks made during a live session that were interpreted as a slight against Davido’s 30BG fanbase. The comment ignited a firestorm of trolling and heated debates between rival fan groups.
- Label Disputes: He indirectly addressed the fallout with his former label, Inner Circle Entertainment. In 2025, Fido had publicly accused the label of financial mismanagement, claiming he received only a fraction of a $20,000 advance for his hit song.
- "Self-Discovery" Claims: He apologised for previous assertions that "no one discovered him," a statement that many felt dismissed the early supporters and industry "godfathers" who helped launch his career.
Moving forward, Fido has pledged a more "grounded" approach to his career. He explicitly thanked the fans who held him accountable rather than turning away, and he extended an olive branch to the "legends and godfathers" of Afrobeats.
"The music you’re about to hear will come from a deeper place. A more honest place. A more grateful place," he concluded. "It’s game time again."
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