Burna Boy: News, Music Drops and Tour Updates You Can Trust

Burna Boy is one of Africa’s biggest music stars — a Grammy-winning Nigerian artist who mixes Afrobeats with dancehall, reggae and hip-hop. If you care about his new songs, tour dates, interviews or controversies, this tag page collects everything we publish about him in one place so you don’t miss a beat.

Latest releases & headlines

We track official music releases, video drops, and festival appearances. Expect short posts the moment a new single or video is announced, plus deeper reads when an album or major tour is confirmed. You’ll find quick facts about chart positions, collaborations, and standout live moments — not endless speculation. When Burna Boy collaborates with another major artist, we note the track, streaming platforms and where you can watch the video first.

We also cover news around awards, major interviews, and industry moves like label changes or big collaborations. Our updates focus on verified sources: official social posts, label statements, festival lineups, and interviews. If a story is unconfirmed or purely a rumor, we label it clearly so you know what’s solid and what’s not.

How to follow him and verify updates

Want real updates fast? Follow Burna Boy’s verified social accounts and official YouTube channel — those post first. Use major streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music) to pre-save new singles. For ticketed shows, buy from official box offices or known vendors listed on festival sites. Avoid unknown resale links and check for presale codes tied to verified fan clubs or credit-card offers.

If you read a big claim — like a surprise album or a sudden cancellation — look for at least two reliable confirmations (an artist post, a promoter statement, or a verified news outlet). We do that here: when we publish, we’ve checked the source so you can trust the headline.

Thinking about going to a Burna Boy show? Buy tickets early, sign up for venue alerts, and check entry rules (ID, bag policies, COVID or safety notices). Arrive early, use public transport when possible, and designate a meet-up point in case your group gets split. For international shows, check visa and travel advice well ahead of time.

We also highlight stories that matter beyond music: his influence on African culture, how Afrobeats is shaping global playlists, and how artists from the continent build international careers. Expect profiles, context pieces, and quick explainers that help you understand why a release or tour matters.

Use the tag page to browse every Burna Boy story we publish. If you want alerts, sign up for our newsletter or follow Daily Africa Global News on social media — we’ll send the biggest updates straight to you.

Nigerian Rapper Speed Darlington Faces Another Arrest Amid Ongoing Controversies

Nigerian Rapper Speed Darlington Faces Another Arrest Amid Ongoing Controversies

Ryno Ellis
28 Nov 2024

Nigerian artist Speed Darlington, popularly known as Akpi, has been detained once more by police, this time during his performance in Owerri. This marks the second arrest in recent months, connected to an ongoing case involving Burna Boy. His attorney, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the news on Facebook. Details of the charges remain unclear as attempts to connect with the Nigerian Police Force have been futile.