“Why I Use Juju”: Saheed Osupa Opens Up About Worshipping Ifa and Its Impact on His Success
- A video of Fuji legend King Saheed Osupa's public declaration about his involvement in Ifa worship went viral
- The musician, during a stage performance, shared why he uses a traditional charm and shared its impact on his life
- Osupa's explanation, as well as his bold claim that everyone practices the use of charms, has sparked reactions online
Popular Fuji musician, Saheed Okunola, better known as King Saheed Osupa, has caused a buzz on social media after admitting that he uses traditional charms to improve his life and to become successful.
Osupa, who made waves over his song at Seyi Tinubu's coronation, spoke during a stage performance at the 52nd-year celebration for Nollywood actor Fatai Odua, aka Lalude, on March 30, 2026.
Source: Instagram
A video circulating online showed Osupa turning to his backup singers, advising them to use traditional charms to aid their memory, as they struggled to keep pace with his performance.
He then listed items they were expected to take while clarifying that the practice does not make them idol worshippers, but is meant only to support their well-being.
Saheed Osupa further recalled how someone had advised him to deny using supernatural powers, known in local parlance as juju, and said that he shunned the suggestion.
“Somebody told me one time to grant an interview, denying that I use charms, but I told him that I am, and why should I deny it. I didn’t kill anyone with my charms or commit evil with them.
"I am only looking for how to progress. Nothing more. That’s why anytime I wake, I always pay obeisance to my Ifa. I don’t know any deity beyond it, because it is worth paying homage to."
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He further claimed that everyone engages in traditional charms, adding that while some practice it openly, others do so behind closed doors.
The Instagram video of Saheed Osupa speaking about the impact of Juju in his life is below:
In related news, Legit.ng reported that Osupa and his fan club donated over N30 million to 15 veteran actors in the industry, with each beneficiary receiving over N2 million during the White Agbada Party held last year.
Reactions as Osupa speaks on Ifa worship
His video has ignited reactions on social media. Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions. Read the comments below:
Taofeek Olaiya commented:
"When it gets to your turn, use paracetamol, don’t use juju."
Samuel Idowu Odunayo reacted:
"Nobody can convince me that Saheed Osupa is not naturally talented.... Even if he uses juju, it's for protection, not for fortune or to prosper in music industry."
Bidmus Yussuf said:
"When he public said had it been he knew it's about destiny he wouldn't have done charms una think say na cruise?"
Azeez Damilare Edun added:
"No worries osupa, if you juju me, i juju you for life osupa, no mind them, them no understand you."
Osupa fires back at Islamic cleric
Legit.ng also previously reported that Saheed Osupa reacted to a controversial death prophecy made by a cleric, Al-Waraqi Olopameta.
The Fuji star slammed the supposed claims, describing Olopameta as a fake cleric and distancing himself completely from the prophecy.
Osupa also expressed confidence that he would not die as predicted, adding that those who wish harm upon others would meet their end first.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
