By Precious Onwe
Comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has rejected claims that he depicted Seun Kuti’s daughter as a dog in one of his comedy skits.
Seun Kuti had earlier stated that he mocked AY after a fire incident at his house because of the skit video where he suggested that Kuti’s daughter was a dog, referencing a public incident between Kuti and a police officer.
In response to Kuti’s allegations, AY posted a video message on his Instagram, explaining that the dog in the back seat of his car in the skit video symbolized Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci. She had gained attention for consuming dog meat around that time.
AY clarified, “I’m one human being who looked for a child for 13 years. I don’t think I will find myself in the position to mock a child and refer to that child as a dog.”
He emphasized that his skit was a form of social commentary on trending issues, including the fuel subsidy and Hilda Baci’s story.
Seun Kuti, however, rejected AY’s explanations and stated on his Instagram that he found the timing and meaning of the skit video significant. He disagreed with AY’s account of the events and expressed his displeasure with the comedian’s actions.