Popular Fuji musician Saheed Okunola, also known as Saheed Osupa, has openly admitted that he uses juju (voodoo) to improve his life and achieve success.
Osupa made the revelation while performing at the 52nd birthday celebration of veteran actor Fatai Odua (Lalude) on March 30, 2026.
During his performance, he encouraged his backup singers to use voodoo to help them remember the songs better, explaining that it is for their well-being and does not make them “fetish.”
He also said someone once advised him to deny using supernatural powers, but he refused, saying:
“I am a juju person, but I have never harmed anyone. I use it only to progress. Every morning, I pay respect to my Ifa. What else could make me successful? Phensic or Panadol?”
Osupa emphasized that everyone practices juju, whether openly or secretly. He also admitted that claims he relies only on the Bible or Quran are false.
His statement has drawn criticism, especially from Islamic clerics. One cleric, Alagusiy, advised Osupa to turn to God instead of promoting Ifa.
Another, Uwais Lukman, said Osupa’s continued use of musical instruments makes him less of a practicing Muslim. General Tom, another commentator, said Osupa’s voodoo practices show disrespect for God.
In response to his critics, Osupa said he respects both Jesus and Prophet Muhammad but criticized people who only show “eye service” in religion.
He did not retract his statement about using juju and did not mention any clerics specifically in his reply.
The Fuji star has previously spoken about seeking spiritual help from priests while performing on stage. He continues to insist that his use of juju is meant only for personal growth and success, not to harm anyone.
Adekunle Sulaimon, a fellow of Data and Solutions Journalism, noted that Osupa’s admission highlights the ongoing debate in Nigeria about the intersection of religion, culture, and entertainment.
His revelation has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many Nigerians divided between supporting his honesty and criticizing the public admission of using juju.
