Nigerian Fuji musician Saheed Osupa has sparked widespread discussion online after confessing to using traditional spiritual practices, commonly referred to as “juju,” to succeed in his music career.
The revelation came during the 62nd birthday celebration of veteran actor Fatai Odua (Lalude) on March 30, 2026. In a viral clip, Osupa addressed his backup singers struggling during his performance and jokingly suggested they seek spiritual help to improve their memory and delivery.
“Somebody told me one time to grant an interview, denying that I’m a fetish person, but I told him that I am. 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 said.
He further explained the practical side of his approach, humorously questioning other ways to achieve 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. Even if one is not enormously rich, one should enjoy comfort.”
Osupa also claimed that many people practice similar spiritual methods but keep it private, while he chooses to be open:
“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.”
The Fuji star’s candid admission has reignited debates about spiritual practices, morality, and the pressures of achieving success in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
