Saheed Osupa Fires Back at Islamic Cleric Over Death Prophecy
- Fuji singer Saheed Osupa has reacted after an Islamic cleric, Olopameta, controversially predicted his death
- Legit.ng earlier reported that the prophecy sparked widespread outrage and drew condemnation from religious leaders
- Osupa broke his silence on the issue and condemned the cleric for making such a statement about him
Popular Nigerian Fuji singer Saheed Osupa has finally reacted to a controversial death prophecy made by a cleric, Al-Waraqi Olopameta, that sparked outrage across social media.
The controversy began after a video went viral in which Olopameta claimed that Osupa would die on January 10, 2026.
Source: Instagram
The cleric alleged that the revelation was divinely inspired, insisting it was shown to him by God. To support his claim, he swore by the Qur’an and his own life.
Olopameta further claimed he was a devoted fan of the Fuji star and said Osupa could only avoid the predicted death by performing a ritual sacrifice.
According to him, the singer was required to kill a white ram, tag his name to it, and offer it as a sacrifice.
The statement immediately triggered Nigerians, many of whom described the prophecy as sham.
The situation escalated after an audio recording of a phone conversation involving respected Islamic scholar Sheikh Dr Ahmad Ishola Olanrewaju Alfulany surfaced online.
In the audio, Alfulany strongly rebuked Olopameta, warning that he could be arrested and imprisoned over his utterances. He also accused the cleric of misrepresenting Islam and spreading false teachings.
Amid mounting backlash, Olopameta later admitted that the prophecy was not a divine revelation.
He claimed the statement was merely a tactic to get Saheed Osupa’s attention. Rather than easing tensions, the admission sparked even more outrage.
Another video later emerged showing Olopameta pleading for forgiveness.
In the clip, he claimed he was on the run and hiding in a forest, alleging that he had been sleeping in a banana tree out of fear for his safety.
Breaking his silence for the first time, Saheed Osupa openly condemned the cleric’s actions.
Source: Instagram
The Fuji star warned Olopameta to stop pronouncing death upon him and other entertainers, describing him as a fake cleric and distancing himself completely from the prophecy.
In a strongly worded response, Osupa expressed confidence that he would not die as predicted, adding that those who wish harm upon others would meet their end first.
He urged the public to ignore the controversial claims and warned against spreading fear and false prophecies.
Translating his words, he said: “Demonic alfa, demonic cleric, please don't wish me dead. Everyone who wishes us dead will leave before us because the Great Egret bird wears white all through.”
Watch the video below:
Reactions as Osupa slams cleric over prophecy
Legit.ng compiled the reactions below:
pleasantfabrics said:
"I trust my fave he no dey disappoint 😂."
harbeybi_mumciegirls234 said:
"Wo enu bi ti enu pepeye."
itsjustnife_1 said:
"The way Instagram is getting interesting this days 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂."
eniolashareefah_ said:
"Elenu janpa."
iammide_dav said:
"Awon alfa ofo."
olowoone said:
"Àwon onirikuri🙄😂osese bere si nsun inu IGbo ni."
tulad_jays said:
"I trust oba orin 😂😂 make the oloriburuku alfa go see wetin them dey do for heaven first 😂😂."
realola_ab said:
"Naso.Say no to bad prophecies 😂."
gameboi_tino said:
"Is this an apology video or content?🌝."
fancy_giftsplace said:
"Ko ju be lo😂😂😂😂."
ceo_yemadexoil said:
"He did it intentionally to trend and to get attention."
i_am_official_larleeyhin said:
"I trust am die oba oriin🙌😂 @kingsaheedosupa."
Osupa, Pasuma attend Barrister's 15th year remembrance
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Fuji legends Saheed Osupa and Pasuma were among the popular faces who attended the 15th year remembrance of Fuji pioneer, the late Ayinde Barrister.
Amid the videos from the event that have emerged online, a clip showing the heartwarming exchange between Osupa and Pasuma was the centre of attention.
The music icons, who were once perceived to be rivals, arrived together at the 15th remembrance of the late Fuji legend.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
