Saheed Osupa celebrates longtime rival-turned-friend Pasuma on his birthday

• Saheed Osupa celebrated Pasuma's birthday with a heartfelt post on Instagram
• The two Fuji musicians who had been involved in a bitter feud for over two decades have finally put their differences aside and reconciled
• Saheed Osupa's post showering praises on Pasuma has been met with joy and celebration from Fuji fans

Fuji musician Saheed Osupa has extended his congratulations to his former rival-turned-friend, Alabi Pasuma, in celebration of his birthday on Wednesday, November 27.

For years, Pasuma and Osupa had been involved in a bitter feud fueled by comparisons and deep allegiance from their fans. Initially, the two music icons were close, but as they reached the peak of their careers, their fans split into factions, leading to a toxic rivalry.

The feud resulted in violent clashes, damages, and even police intervention. However, after two decades of animosity, Pasuma and Osupa finally put their differences aside.

Osupa shared pictures of them on his Instagram handle, @Kingsaheedosupa, and expressed gratitude for overcoming their feud and emerging with a stronger bond and friendship. 

He posted: “Happy birthday to my friend, Ajibola Alabi Pasuma @officialpasuma, I'm so grateful that we were able to work through our recent rough patch and come out even stronger on the other side. It's a testament to the unbreakable bond we share.

“On your special day, I want to celebrate not just the amazing person you are but also the incredible friendship we've built together.

“I feel grateful to share in your journey. Here's to many more adventures, laughter, and memories to come.”

The two Fuji legends put an end to their 20-year feud at the Fuji Opera concert in December 2023.

Fuji fans react to Saheed Osupa's post

Following the display of affection by Saheed’s post about Pasuma, fans joined in celebrating Pasuma on his birthday while others rejoiced over their friendship and an end to the feared endless feud. 

@uandi_innovative posted: “Love both always ❤️Happy Birthday Oganla 1 ... nobody fit put chest when these 2 dey together. They will start working underground now to scatter them again but it can't work this time anymore The solid friendship is forever”

@asiwajuoflondon posted: “ As a Paso lover, your recent actions has made me to start living you too as a person even thou I love your music before ❤️”

@oyinlomodiamond commented: “Happy birthday sir. Davido and Wizkid in years to come ❤️”

@babstasleem posted: “Alhamdulilah… AlAlhamdulilah.. Alhamdulilah 😍”

@ayobamy_03 commented: “To see another player that will share stage for over many years and still stand well today like you guys in this Fuji industry it gonna be a long time even maybe not be our century again

Una make my childhood fun than lol @kingsaheedosupa @officialpasuma 😂 happy birthday🎂 Oganla”

@owamoyo posted: “Thank you sir, @kingsaheedosupa. Your words touch my heart, and I look forward to more of your cordiality in true friendship and camaraderie in Fujidom. You're a special being! Because of this said rough patch, I detested you, and never wanted to even pronounce your prowess and uncommon outputs as the best lyrics composer. Thanks for coming back, while I pray that enemies won't enter this friendship again. Remain blessed, Egbón, while I pray for Oganla for more years to cut the birthday cake as well as mustard. It's me, Oganla Writer ww❤️”

@lateef_arigbo commented: “I remember this 2 fight long 000 till extent some fans fight and kill each other😔 now what's the gain I pity FC and 30bg Sha better focus on your own life”

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Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier highlighted 10 instances where Afrobeats music stars collaborated with traditional Fuji artistes on a song.

Among them are Obesere and Zlatan on Egungun be Careful, Pasuma and Olamide on Action, Pasuma and Tiwa Savage on Ife, and Simi and Ebenezer Obey on Aimasiko.