Efya, a musician from Ghana, has addressed allegations that she and R2bees frequently spend time with Wizkid when he visits Ghana but are never present when he performs abroad.
The problem started when Bullgod, an artist management, voiced dissatisfaction over the absence of Efya and R2bees from Wizkid’s last performance at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium despite their tight relationship with the Nigerian musician.
Bullgod, owner of Bullhaus Entertainment, was baffled as to why the Ghanaian performers, who frequently spend time with Wizkid when he visits Ghana, were not performing alongside him on the global stage.
“So R2Bees and Efya will smoke, drink and chill with Wizkid anytime he’s in Ghana but can’t join him on international stages and showcase their talents to the world? Again Ghana missed out on national duties at the 62,850 capacity Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, yesterday. What is wrong with us?” shared on Facebook by Bullgod.
The tweet generated debates on entertainment talk radio and television programs over why Ghanaian musicians weren’t featured.
Efya responded to the discussion on Twitter by delineating the intricacies of musicians’ schedules and obligations. It can be difficult to accompany Wizkid on every foreign concert, she said, due to a number of variables such as competing schedules, prior obligations, and logistical limitations.
“When it comes to performing on big stages, there are various factors involved that people may not be aware of. Scheduling conflicts, prior commitments, and logistical constraints sometimes make it challenging to accompany Wizkid on every single performance. It doesn’t diminish my dedication or the fact that I have also played on countless international stages,” she tweeted.
“As an artist, I have a multifaceted career that encompasses my own music, projects, and obligations. While I value my friendship and artistic connection with Wizkid, I also have my own aspirations and commitments in the music industry. It is essential to strike a balance and prioritize professional growth and individual endeavors.”
“It is disheartening to be ridiculed based on misunderstandings and assumptions. I hope this thread provides clarity and sheds light on the intricacies of the music industry. Let us focus on celebrating each other’s achievements rather than perpetuating unnecessary controversies,” she stated.
Efya underlined that despite these difficulties, she remains committed and continues to perform on major international venues.
