Oba Femi comments on fans criticizing him for squashing The War Raiders in WWE during his debut on RAW

When Oba Femi stormed onto WWE Raw, the reaction was immediate — loud, shocked, and deeply divided. In a debut meant to introduce him as a dominant force, Femi dismantled The War Raiders in mere minutes. Instead of universal hype, the moment sparked intense debate across the wrestling world.
Fans quickly took to social media criticizing the decision. Many argued that The War Raiders, a respected powerhouse team with years of credibility in WWE, deserved a more competitive match. Some felt the squash undermined their legacy, while others worried it signaled the company sacrificing established talent purely to manufacture a new star.
Oba Femi, however, didn’t stay silent.
In a recent interview, the rising powerhouse addressed the backlash head-on.
He explained that the goal of his debut wasn’t disrespect — it was introduction.
“I didn’t come to RAW to blend in,” Femi said. “I came to change the atmosphere. When you step into the ring with me, you’re not just facing a wrestler — you’re facing a statement.”
Femi emphasized that dominance is part of wrestling storytelling. According to him, legendary careers often begin with a moment that forces the audience to react emotionally, whether positively or negatively. The controversy, in his eyes, proves the moment worked.
He also made it clear the outcome wasn’t meant to bury The War Raiders.
“Those guys are warriors. Everyone knows what they’ve done. But my job isn’t to protect reputations — it’s to build my own.”
Interestingly, many veterans have quietly supported the booking philosophy. Historically, explosive debuts — especially for powerhouse characters — rely on shock value. By flattening a credible team, WWE instantly framed Femi as a serious threat rather than another rookie fighting for TV time.
Still, the audience remains split.
Some fans now see him as a monster attraction reminiscent of classic unstoppable giants. Others believe long-term storytelling should elevate both sides instead of sacrificing one act for another.
Regardless of opinion, one fact is undeniable: people are talking about Oba Femi. In modern wrestling, silence is failure — controversy is currency.
Femi ended his comments with a confident promise:
“Love me or hate me… next time I walk down that ramp, you’re watching.”