Odumodu Threatens to Boycott Ghanaian Artists After Referee ‘Robs’ Super Eagles in Morocco

Odumodu Threatens to Boycott Ghanaian Artists After Referee ‘Robs’ Super Eagles in Morocco

  • Odumodu vowed never record with a Ghanaian artist again if Nigeria lost the AFCON semi-final clash to Morocco
  • The rapper’s outburst was fueled by the performance of referee Daniel Laryea, who Nigerians have accused of "sabotaging" the Eagles
  • Fans are divided as the "Declan Rice" rapper brings the intense football rivalry into the music industry

Nigerian rapper Odumodu showed why he remains one of the most unpredictable voices on social media after making a vow during the Super Eagles’ semi-final clash against Morocco at the 2026 AFCON.

With the match hanging on a knife edge and tensions soaring across the country, the rapper took to X (formerly Twitter) and made a declaration.

Odumodu threatens to boycott Ghanaian artist
Odumodu vows never record with a Ghanaian artist again after Nigeria's loss to Morocco. Photos: Odumodu/Daniel Laryea/Super Eagles.
Source: Instagram

He tweeted:

“If we lose this match, I will never make music with a Ghanaian artist in my life.”

Odumodu’s post came as many Nigerians questioned the officiating of the game, handled by Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea.

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Several fans claimed the referee favoured Morocco in key moments, a sentiment the rapper echoed in his tweet.

He suggested the match was no longer just football but a battle influenced by long-running Nigeria–Ghana tensions, both on and off the pitch.

Davido reacts to N495m bet loss

Legit.ng earlier reported that David reacted after losing a massive $348,000 (approximately N495 million) in a wager following Nigeria’s defeat to Morocco.

Before the match kicked off, Davido had taken to social media to reveal his bet slip, announcing that he had wagered $50,000 on Nigeria to reach the final.

Shortly after the defeat, he posted a photo of himself winding down with a well-seasoned grilled fish meal, seemingly unbothered by the outcome of the game or the value of the collapsed bet.

Reactions trail Odumodu's comments

Legit.ng compiled the reactions of social media users below:

@cbngov_akin1 stated:

"Ghanaians are awesome people, apart from this absolute b*stard here. Na real Ghana must go bag"

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@connectwithtola shared:

"Also add that you won't have any thing doing with a Ghanaian baddie in the other room."

@SMSpaceTalkShow wrote:

"Meanwhile it was a Ghanaian artiste that got you a popular song, so shut up. Your biggest song came from collab with a Ghanaian !!"

@seryiramnkansah shared:

"I genuinely don’t know any other song this guy has made or even hear people play his songs publicly in Ghana! It’s just wotowoto season! Delusion of self grandeur!"

@Mika_Abraham1 commented:

"You people can’t accept your defeat and go! What has ghana got to do with the teams incompetence?"

@RocksonSoul1 stated:

"Ghana radio stations and DJs should cancel this guy. You’re not even a musician, people listened to you because they found a comic relief. You sing like I talk when angry."
Odumodu calls out Ghanaian referee over Super Eagles defeat.
Odumodu questions the officiation of Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea. Photo: Odumodu.
Source: Instagram

Nkechi Blessing blasts Samuel Chukwueze

Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has reacted to Samuel Chukwueze’s penalty miss during Nigeria’s heartbreaking loss to Morocco

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During the penalty shoot-out, Nigeria had a chance to take the lead when Chukwueze stepped up for the side’s second kick.

Nkechi Blessing, who followed the match live, took to Instagram moments after the game to voice her frustration.

Source: Legit.ng

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Olaniyi Apanpa (Entertainment Editor) Olaniyi Apanpa is a seasoned journalist with over 6 years of experience in sports, metro, politics, and entertainment reporting. He has written for renowned platforms such as Opera News, Scooper News, The PUNCH, and currently works as a Senior Entertainment Editor at Legit.ng. A graduate of English Education from the University of Lagos. He is also a trained Digital Marketer from the Digital Marketing Institute, Lagos. Contact: olaniyi.apanpa@corp.legit.ng.