Veteran Fuji musician Alhaji Ayinla Kollington has declared himself as the undisputed king and authority of Fuji music, dismissing any claims by fellow icon Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, to the title.
Speaking in a new interview with Agbaletu TV, Kollington addressed his long-standing influence in the Fuji music industry, asserting that he remains the number one authority on Fuji music in Nigeria and abroad. His remarks come amid renewed conversations about hierarchy and recognition among Fuji musicians.
Kollington Fires Shots at K1 Over Fuji Leadership
During the interview, Kollington took aim at K1, criticising him for allegedly claiming dominance in both traditional leadership and Fuji music. “If it is because he is the head of the princes, it is in his hometown in Ijebuland, not in the Fuji industry,” Kollington said. “You became the head of the princes and still want to be the head of the Fuji industry? Why not kill me then? It’s not pap that we eat. It’s not possible—even if he attempts it.”
He made it clear that while K1 may hold a chieftaincy title in his native Ijebu, that authority does not extend into the Fuji music sphere, which Kollington insists he has led for decades.
Relationship Strain Over Missed Calls and Funeral
Kollington also shed light on his strained relationship with K1, explaining why he did not attend or contribute to the burial of K1’s mother. “I called him several times, and he didn’t pick up or return my calls,” he said. “Even on New Year’s Day, I called him again, but no response. So, I left him alone.”
He suggested that this lack of communication signaled a break in their rapport and dismissed any assumption that his absence at the funeral was out of disrespect.
“I Am the Authority” — Kollington Reasserts Legacy
Doubling down on his claim to Fuji royalty, Kollington said, “When they ask, who is the head of Fuji Music, both here and abroad, it is my name that will be mentioned.” He emphasized that he had paid his dues and does not need to engage in public spectacles to prove his status.
To underscore his point, he quoted lyrics from one of K1’s own songs, using it as proof of acknowledgment. “Even K1 knows the truth,” he added. “Some people like to beat about the bush. But when it comes to Fuji, the name that rings from Nigeria to overseas is mine.”
“I Expect Death Only From God”
The interview also turned emotional as Kollington spoke of his resilience and divine protection throughout his life. Referring to past life-threatening experiences, he declared, “If the one that I survived from didn’t claim my life, no one can kill me again except death from God comes.”
This statement appeared to be a veiled response to perceived rivalries and attempts to sideline him in the Fuji industry. “I, as a person, Alhaji General Kollington Ayinla, expect death from God only—not from any man.”
A Long History of Fuji Rivalries
The tension between Kollington Ayinla and Wasiu Ayinde is not new in the Fuji music scene. While both men have significantly shaped the genre over decades, questions over who holds the ultimate legacy have often led to friction.
K1, known for his flamboyant performances and widespread acclaim, is often celebrated for modernizing Fuji and bringing it to international stages.
However, Kollington has long maintained that his contributions to the genre, especially in its foundational years, place him in a position of unchallenged authority.
