Oluwanishola Ogudu, the first baby mama of Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, has revealed that she has been declining multiple show invitations for their son, Boluwatife Balogun, popularly known as Champz. Her decision has sparked a wave of public reactions, with many Nigerians praising her approach. One commenter noted, “I respect Shola for protecting her son’s childhood. Fame can wait.”
In a statement shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Ogudu explained that the choice was driven by her desire to prioritize her son’s growth and development over early exposure to live performances. Supporters echoed this sentiment online, with another fan writing, “Champz is talented, but he’s still young. Let him grow at his own pace.”
“We want to say a Big Thank you for the countless show invitations and for considering Champz. Due to his age, we’re prioritising development over live performances for now, and have had to decline show bookings. We truly appreciate the interest and understanding,” she wrote. Many applauded her stance, calling it the kind of intentional parenting the entertainment industry needs. “This is the kind of parenting we need in the industry—intentional and protective,” one user commented.
Ogudu emphasized that they are taking a slow and deliberate approach to nurturing the 14-year-old’s budding music career. She noted that they prefer to build gradually rather than rush him into the spotlight — a move some parents might not make. As one observer put it, “Some parents would rush their kids into the spotlight. Glad she’s choosing development first.”
“As the saying goes, you walk before you run. We’re building patiently and intentionally and look forward to future opportunities when the timing is right,” she added. Fans also expressed excitement about Champz’s potential, with comments like, “Wizkid’s son already has star power. 2026 is going to be interesting.”
Despite turning down performance invitations, Ogudu hinted at exciting developments ahead, revealing that new music from Champz is expected to drop in 2026. This announcement generated even more buzz, with one fan saying, “2026 new music? We’re ready. Champz is coming for the next generation of Afrobeats.”
Boluwatife, the eldest son of Grammy-winning artist Wizkid, has already shown strong interest in following in his father’s footsteps. Videos of him freestyling and showcasing his musical talent frequently surface on social media, earning him a growing fan base. Some fans have praised his early work, noting, “The EP was impressive for his age. If he’s this good now, imagine him in a few years.”
