Why collab among Burnaboy, Wizkid, Davido unlikely - Ubi Franklin

Music executive Ubi Franklin has said a joint project involving Afrobeats’ “Big 3” – Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy, would be difficult because of the competitive nature of their careers.Speaking on the Afropolitan podcast, Franklin likened their rivalry to that of Nigeria’s leading banks, noting that while they remain cordial, their top-tier status makes collaboration challenging.He, however, stressed that the tension is strictly professional, adding that he has never heard Davido speak negatively about Wizkid or Burna Boy and believes the respect is mutual.“It would be difficult for Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy to come together. I will speak for Davido. I have never heard him say something ill about Wizkid or Burna Boy. And I’m sure it’s the same for them. But the environment [industry] they are in will make it difficult for them to work together.“It’s like the rivalry between the top banks in Nigeria. In every industry, there is the big 3,” he stated

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