Burna Boy says his people "killed" the African Giant, but journalist Joey Akan believes it was self-inflicted. His rise came with a rejection of his roots.
- Burna Boy recently claimed "African Giant is dead," blaming Nigerians
- Joey Akan called the statement a "suicide" driven by fame and detachment
- He cites Burna’s past insults towards Nigerian fans and culture
- Once beloved, Burna now faces backlash for distancing himself from his roots
- As a new album looms, fans question if he’s reconnecting or rebranding
Joey Akan’s take isn’t just a music opinion; it’s a reflection of the emotional contract fans feel was broken. Once hailed as a local champion, Burna Boy’s global ascent seems to have widened the emotional gap between him and his Nigerian audience. Calling them “poor” and dismissing their culture hit a nerve, especially for those who celebrated his early rise. To Akan, Burna’s wounds are self-made, and blaming others only deepens the disconnect.
If Burna wants the African Giant to live again, it might take more than music — maybe humility. What do you think: Is he misunderstood or simply out of touch?
