Dr. Umar Ifatunde is standing firm on his contentious stance regarding Eminem‘s position in the pantheon of rap music, doubling down on his assertion that the Detroit emcee is ineligible for consideration as the greatest of all time due to his race. Addressing the issue on Instagram and reiterating points made earlier on The Joe Budden Podcast, Ifatunde remained resolute in his belief, emphasizing his refusal to allow white individuals to dominate facets of Black culture, Vibe reports.

In a passionate discourse, Dr. Umar emphasized the principle that in African culture, non-Africans cannot claim supremacy in areas crafted by Africans. He vehemently stated, “You can't be the best rapper of African Hip-Hop, you can't be the best singer… nothing that we create, can [white people] be the best at.” Citing the vast African population and historical precedence, he dismissed the notion of anyone beyond the African diaspora surpassing Africans in their cultural contributions.

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Continuing his argument, Ifatunde clarified that his issue wasn't solely with Eminem but symbolized a broader concern within the Black community. He elaborated that considering a non-African as the preeminent figure in an art form originating from African roots contradicts the historical and numerical superiority of African heritage.

Dr. Umar underscored his viewpoint by emphasizing the antiquity and numerical strength of the African populace, asserting that labeling a non-African as superior in certain cultural aspects compared to two billion Africans is preposterous.

While his opinions have sparked controversy, Ifatunde remains unyielding in his stance, characterizing Eminem's recognition as emblematic of a more significant societal issue within the context of Black cultural integrity.