A strongly worded open letter addressed to popular Fuji musician Saheed Osupa has begun circulating widely, following a report allegedly published by Punch Newspapers claiming that the artist attributed part of his success to the use of voodoo or “juju.”
The letter, authored by Muhammad Muhammad El-Auwal (Abu AbdilHaq), presents a deeply religious critique rooted in Islamic teachings, warning against the dangers of shirk (associating partners with Allah) and urging repentance.
Citing a verse from the Qur’an, the writer frames his message as a call to clarity and accountability:
“So that those who perish may perish upon clear evidence, and those who live may live upon clear evidence” (Surah Al-Anfal 8:42).
The author reflects on his personal experiences in Islamic learning environments, claiming that exposure to misguided teachings led many youths toward harmful beliefs, including the pursuit of supernatural means for wealth, influence, and control. He describes practices such as seeking mystical powers for success, causing harm to others, or manipulating relationships as dangerous deviations from true Islamic principles.
According to the letter, while such practices may appear to yield results, their effectiveness ultimately remains subject to Allah’s will alone. The writer emphasizes that reliance on such means contradicts the core Islamic doctrine of Tawheed (the oneness of Allah).
The message further warns of spiritual consequences, stating that worldly gains achieved through unlawful means could lead to severe punishment in the Hereafter. The author references both Islamic and Biblical teachings, including a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, to illustrate the universal condemnation of devil-inspired temptations.
In reinforcing his argument, the writer quotes the Qur’an:
“Indeed, Allah does not forgive that partners be associated with Him, but He forgives what is less than that for whom He wills” (Surah An-Nisa 4:48).
He also cites a well-known hadith recorded in Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ identified shirk as the gravest sin in the sight of Allah.
The letter draws a controversial comparison with Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting that worldly success without spiritual accountability can end in disgrace and punishment.
Concluding his message, the author calls on Saheed Osupa to reflect on his statements, repent sincerely, and return to the path of righteousness, reminding readers that fame, wealth, and status are temporary, while the Hereafter is eternal.
The publication has sparked conversations across religious and social circles, highlighting ongoing concerns about the influence of superstition, faith, and public responsibility among prominent figures.
