Carter Efe Challenges Wizkid to Celebrity Boxing Showdown

Carter Efe, a Nigerian streamer known for his involvement in celebrity boxing, has publicly challenged Grammy‑winning artist Wizkid to a fight. The invitation was made during a livestream that also featured fellow entertainers Kcee and E‑Money.

Efe, who recently defeated fellow influencer Portable to claim the title of Nigeria’s celebrity‑boxing champion, said he now wants to test his skills against the internationally recognised singer. “The person I want to fight with now is Wizkid, and I want his son, Boluwatife, to be there too. Let him come and collect the championship from me if he is man enough,” he declared on the broadcast.

The streamer’s request includes a personal touch: he asked that Wizkid’s first son, Boluwatife Balogun, attend the bout and be present when the champion’s belt is possibly transferred. Efe’s remarks follow a period of tension between the two entertainers. In 2022, Efe released a tribute track titled “Manchala” in honor of Wizkid, later accusing the Starboy label head of insufficient support for the song’s promotion. Wizkid has not publicly responded to either the grievance or the current boxing challenge.

Celebrity boxing has become a popular entertainment format in Nigeria, with several high‑profile internet personalities entering the ring to attract viewership and sponsorship. Efe’s victory over Portable, another prominent content creator, generated significant buzz on social media platforms and contributed to his growing reputation as a competent amateur pugilist.

Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, remains one of Africa’s most streamed artists, with a career that includes multiple Grammy nominations and collaborations with global acts. While he has been the subject of various online sparring matches, he has so far refrained from commenting on Efe’s proposition.

The challenge adds another layer to the evolving intersection of music, digital media, and sport in West Africa. Observers note that the outcome—whether a fight is arranged or the issue fades—could influence how influencers engage with one another across different entertainment sectors. As of now, no official response or scheduling details have been announced, and it remains unclear whether the bout will move beyond the realm of social‑media banter.