Nigerian singer Teniola has generated conversation online after sharing a message of appreciation to fans who have been checking on her and her family.
In a post that quickly gained attention, the singer thanked supporters for their love and concern, describing them as the best fans anyone could ask for.
According to Teni:
“I appreciate everyone who has been reaching out to me and my family. Thank you so much for your care. I love my fans, they are the best. My fans are bigger than Wizkid FC and the Beyhive.”
While the first part of the message was widely received as a heartfelt show of gratitude, the comparison involving Wizkid FC and Beyoncé’s Beyhive quickly became the focus of online discussions.
Several social media users questioned the need for the comparison, suggesting it could trigger unnecessary fanbase rivalries, while others found the comment humorous.
Reactions
@Dorren06: “Is she trying to cause fan w@rs even in the midst of her appreciation?”
@ChukwuJosh55618: “Was there something wrong with her?”
@NimiWest8893: “God be with you and yours”
@lovin_a_shay: “A strong fanbase is just everything.”
@BOmobolade: “Shades”
@kelcastlee: “Make she no compare fans”
@Rita_mila3040: “This one just knows how to talk plenty”
@Drwikii: “The first sentence was humble. The second was appreciation. The third was a declaration of war on two of the most devoted fanbases on the internet. Teni does not do things halfway. 😭😂”
@ydkrinde: “egbami”
@gifylicious: “🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 they will soon come for her for that last line now 🤣🤣. Watch and see 😀😀😀”
@CFc_JoyC: “What happened?”
@Fadewura: “Elenu ja wire”