Social media never forgets and once again as old tweets have come back to spark fresh conversations. This time, an early-career tweet from Wizkid posted in 2010 when he was still an upcoming 19-year-old artiste has resurfaced online, drawing mixed reactions from fans and critics.
The tweet in question shows Wizkid expressing admiration for a 14-year-old girl he saw at an event. In the post, he described her as “too cute,” noted that she looked older and made light comments about her age. At the time, it likely didn’t seem like much. But today, with increased awareness about consent, boundaries and public responsibility, the tweet is being viewed through a different and more serious lens.
Many online users are calling the tweet inappropriate, pointing out the age gap and the potential implications of a young adult showing interest in a minor. Others argue that the comment reflects immaturity rather than intent, especially considering Wizkid was a teenager himself when he wrote it. Regardless, the discussion has reopened a broader conversation about how society holds celebrities accountable for their past words especially when those words involve minors.
Interestingly, this resurfaced tweet comes immediately after the Ezra Olubi scandal, which already set social media on fire and heightened public sensitivity around inappropriate interactions involving minors. In the wake of that controversy, many X (Twitter) users have turned their attention to old posts from celebrities, digging up decade-old tweets in an attempt to expose questionable behaviour or spark new discussions. Wizkid’s tweet has become one of the biggest from this wave, fuelling an online trend where past social media activity is being revisited, rejudged and reframed.
Wizkid has since deleted the tweet and while he hasn’t issued an official response, the resurfacing continues to trend across platforms. The situation highlights how digital footprints can reappear long after they’re forgotten, reminding public figures that the internet has a permanent memory.
As the debate continues, one thing is clear: old tweets may be from the past, but the conversations they ignite often reflect the values and expectations of today. I am not sure this is the end of it but let’s see how it unfolds.
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