“I Use Juju to Succeed” — Popular Fuji Star Saheed Osupa Admits

Fuji musician Saheed Okunola, popularly known as Saheed Osupa, has stirred public debate after openly stating that he attributes part of his success to spiritual practices during a recent stage performance.

The comment was made on March 30, 2026, at the 52nd-year celebration of veteran actor Fatai Odua (Lalude). A video from the event, which later circulated online, captured Osupa speaking to his band members while performing on stage.

He suggested that performers sometimes rely on spiritual means to improve focus and delivery during live shows.

In the viral clip, he said:

“Somebody told me one time to grant an interview, denying that I’m a fetish person, but I told him that I am, and why should I deny it. I didn’t kill anyone with my juju or commit evil with it. I am only looking for how to progress. Nothing more.”

He further explained that his actions are driven by personal belief and a desire for progress rather than harm.

“That’s why anytime I wake, I always pay obeisance to my Ifa. I don’t know the deity beyond it, because it is worth paying homage to.”

Osupa also compared his approach to conventional methods of seeking support and success:

“If I don’t engage in voodoo, what else should I have employed. Is it Phensic or Panadol that will make me successful? It is not good to be poor and still not live a good life.”

The singer added that spiritual practices are more widespread than people admit, claiming that openness differs among individuals.

“Everybody practises voodoo. While some hide behind the scenes to do theirs, I do mine in the open. All those talks of mine that I rely solely on the Bible and the Quran are pure lies.”

His remarks have drawn strong reactions from religious commentators, who disagreed with his position and urged him to reconsider his statements.

A TikTok-based Islamic speaker, Alagusiy, cautioned him against promoting such beliefs publicly, arguing that many of his followers look up to him.

Another commentator, Uwais Lukman, questioned the compatibility of his profession with strict religious interpretations, citing concerns about music performance with instruments.

A third critic, General Tom, also condemned the statement, saying it reflects a departure from expected religious conduct.

In response, Osupa maintained that he respects both major religious faiths and has never spoken against any holy text. He also criticized what he described as selective judgment from critics but did not withdraw his original remarks.