A fresh controversy has erupted in Nigeria’s online entertainment scene after Kolu, known for his energetic Pidgin-English outbursts in viral livestreams, publicly accused popular skit maker Carter Efe of cutting him off financially and excluding him from recent projects.
In a video shared on social media, Kolu alleged that he has been left “broke and sidelined,” claiming Carter no longer invites him to shows, pays him, or shares proceeds from content they created together. The visibly aggrieved content creator declared he would no longer appear in Carter’s livestreams, signaling what appears to be a definitive split between the once closely linked duo.
“We don part ways,” Kolu said in the clip, suggesting the working relationship had broken down beyond repair. He did not provide detailed financial records but insisted that his contributions to their joint content had not been fairly compensated.
The fallout adds to a history of public disagreements between the pair. In December 2025, tensions flared over the handling of a reported ₦20 million gift connected to Afrobeats star Davido, with both sides offering conflicting accounts. That dispute fueled speculation about transparency and revenue-sharing within their collaboration.
Again in March 2026, the duo reportedly required police intervention to settle another disagreement, underscoring a pattern of unresolved conflicts behind the scenes of their comedic partnership.
Since Kolu’s latest claims surfaced, fans have taken to social media with sharply divided opinions. Some supporters argue that Kolu deserves a clearer share of earnings and recognition for his role in building the duo’s online presence. Others have criticized Carter Efe, accusing him of exploiting a collaborator who became integral to his content’s appeal.
However, a section of the audience remains skeptical, dismissing the controversy as a potential publicity stunt designed to generate engagement, a common tactic in Nigeria’s fast-moving digital entertainment space.
As of the time of reporting, Carter Efe has not publicly responded to the allegations, leaving key questions unanswered about the nature of their financial arrangements and the reasons behind their apparent split.
The situation highlights broader concerns about informal partnerships in the influencer economy, where rapid success often outpaces clear contractual agreements. For now, both creators face a critical moment: whether to address the dispute directly or allow public speculation to define the narrative around their fractured collaboration.
“I’m not happy. Everywhere isn’t good for me. Me and Carter Efe have part ways. Carter don’t take me to shows again. It’s only Carter Efe making money. If I ask Carter Efe for money he won’t give me. I won’t go to Carter Efe livestream again.”
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) June 9, 2026
— Kolu cries out. pic.twitter.com/Y8NO5DJj3X