Nigerian Grammy award-winning artist Burna Boy has stirred up mixed emotions online after addressing a viral moment from his New Year’s Eve performance in Lagos state.
- A fan unexpectedly jumped on stage during his performance at the Greater Lagos Countdown Concert.
- Burna Boy responded to the backlash by sharing a candid explanation on Instagram.
- He revealed his personal struggle with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and reiterated his long-standing no-stage-jumping rule.
Burna Boy Speaks Out
On January 1, 2025, Burna Boy took to Instagram to clarify the controversial moment that sparked a wave of reactions. In his post, he explained:
“It was a free show. I was supposed to do 10 mins and did almost an hour. Everybody knows my rule about getting on stage and startling me when I’m performing. I had an amazing time with Lagos State last night. Don’t jump on my stage like that! I got PTSD. I love you all. Happy New Year.”
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The artist’s heartfelt response highlighted his joy at performing for Lagosians while emphasizing the anxiety inducing nature of such incidents.
Video of Burna Boy Viral Stage Incident at Lagos Concert:
Fans React:
Burna Boy’s explanation drew a spectrum of reactions online, ranging from empathy to criticism. Here’s what fans had to say on Facebook when VDM react to the viral video:
- Supportive Fans: Many applauded Burna Boy for speaking up about his mental health struggles.
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Blazing Prince comment:
“What Burna did was on self defense’ People should learn to have sense & maintain their lane! I blame him security self; dem lusgard’ If u as a fan can’t coordinate urself; stay house watch TV”
- Critics: Others weren’t as forgiving.
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Joey Jibril S Sule comment:
“Nigerian govt suppose sanction burna boy for gathering people cutting the show who does he think he is. These are the things that give negativity to Nigeria. They will say even burna boy could not perform in Nigeria. He should be ban they should ban him like they did Idris Abdulkareem. “
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Emmanuel Ofili comment:
“What ever bona boy is today started from here he should not forget that, pride goeth before a fall. Just look at the way he said everybody go home”
The Greater Lagos Countdown Concert was otherwise a massive success, with thrilling performances by Nigerian music heavyweights, including Wizkid, Burna Boy, Olamide, Tiwa Savage.
The event celebrated Lagos’ vibrant culture and left fans with unforgettable memories despite the controversy.
What Do You Think?
Does Burna Boy’s response reflect a justified boundary or an overreaction? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
“I won’t entirely condemn Burna’s Act ooo, watch a longer version of the video, you would notice he pulled out his hands to fight in defense, more like he zeroed into defence mood, y’all blaming him should know that we all have different levels of adrenalin rush, his came up quickly to fight any weapon prolly coming, same time I feel Burna needs a kind of therapy on his emotions, coz performing in Lag where we have different kinds of human behaviours, expect crazy and rough behaviours. One love y’all🧢”