VeryDarkMan Criticizes Burna Boy Over Fan Incident at Greater Lagos Concert
Nigerian social media critic Vincent Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has spoken out about Burna Boy’s controversial reaction to a fan who jumped on stage during the Greater Lagos concert. The Grammy-winning artist made headlines when he abruptly walked off the stage after the fan’s unexpected appearance. This incident drew comparisons to an earlier event where Burna Boy warmly welcomed a foreign fan onto the stage during an international performance.
In a video posted on Instagram, VDM expressed his disapproval of Burna Boy’s actions, claiming that while the fan’s behavior was wrong, the artist’s reaction was even worse. VDM argued that Burna Boy seemed to view Nigerians in a negative light, suggesting that he treated them as if they were beneath him. He pointed out that Burna Boy could have avoided an aggressive response and handled the situation with more composure.
VDM also raised concerns about the potential risks involved in such incidents, including security threats, but emphasized that Burna Boy’s reaction made it seem like he had no respect for his Nigerian audience. He further criticized Burna Boy’s recent behavior, stating that the artist appeared to be distancing himself from the people who helped him achieve his success. According to VDM, Burna Boy’s attitude was starting to resemble that of someone who believed Nigerians were inferior.
While some netizens agreed with VDM’s critique, others defended Burna Boy, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of the situation. Some argued that the fan’s actions were different from a planned stage appearance, while others reminded people that artists are human and should be given understanding in such circumstances.
In response to the backlash, Burna Boy addressed the incident on his Instagram story, explaining that his reaction was based on his rule about fans joining him on stage. He cited safety concerns as the primary reason for his abrupt exit and made it clear that he does not tolerate such disruptions during his performances.
