Footage: Ayo Kuti reveals she had sex for the first time at 16 in an attempt to one-up her dad.

Ayo Kuti, the son of Femi Kuti, a prominent Nigerian Afrobeat musician and saxophonist, has made a startling revelation about his personal life, disclosing that he lost his virginity at the age of 16 after discovering his father had done so at 17.

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This admission was made during a live stream with Davreal, where Ayo explained that his desire to surpass his father drove him to lose his virginity before turning 18, with the goal of being "number one in my family".

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Ayo attributed his actions to a competitive streak, stating "The reason I lost my virginity at 16 is because my dad told me that he lost his at 17," and further described his father as "a bad boy".

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Ayo's comments have sparked a mix of reactions on social media, with many weighing in on his candid admission.

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Femi Kuti, Ayo's father and the son of the late Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, has also been known for his openness on matters of sex and marriage, having previously discussed his views in public forums.

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In a 2012 interview, Femi Kuti shared that his marriage to Funke Kuti ended due to his inability to remain faithful to one woman, stating "I told her I loved women" and acknowledging his fondness for having women around him.

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Femi Kuti further elaborated on the end of his marriage, saying "My marriage didn’t last because my wife didn’t listen to me," and citing his wife's discomfort with his fame and the presence of other women in his life as the reason for their separation.