In A Provocative Statement, Seun Kuti Asks: Are Footballers Worth More Than Essential Workers?

In A Provocative Statement, Seun Kuti Asks: Are Footballers Worth More Than Essential Workers?

Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti has sparked a social media debate by questioning the disparity in salaries between footballers and essential workers.

Kuti highlighted the contrast during the COVID-19 pandemic, where society relied heavily on essential workers, yet footballers earned millions.

He made examples with the health practitioners and educators.

He also emphasised that many young boys in his community play football without pay, while professional footballers receive astronomical sums.

“Collecting millions to chase ball around field, footballers are making millions weekly. Why should footballers be paid better than nurse and doctors? It’s not fair, “ Seun said in part.