“I Go Save” Condemns Nigerians Celebrating Cancellation of Burna Boy’s U.S. Shows!

“I Go Save” Condemns Nigerians Celebrating Cancellation of Burna Boy’s U.S. Shows!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

I Go Save, the Nigerian comedian and social‑media personality, has slammed citizens who celebrated the cancellation of Burna Boy’s U.S. concerts — calling their reaction “witchcraft” and an unhealthy show of envy. [1]

What Happened

• Burna Boy reportedly cancelled some of his U.S. tour dates after backlash over a viral incident during one performance — a move that drew mixed reactions online. [2]
• Social media erupted with some users celebrating the cancellations, viewing them as a form of “karma.” [3]
• In response, I Go Save condemned the celebrations, urging Nigerians to support — not rejoice over — fellow Nigerians in the creative industry, and warning that such schadenfreude harms national unity and undermines support for Nigerian talent. [1] Why It Matters
• The backlash against Burna Boy and the cancellation of shows highlight how quickly public opinion can shift and how social media can amplify controversies, affecting artists’ livelihoods.
• – I Go Save’s rebuke underscores a broader conversation about solidarity, respect, and the ethics of public reaction in a context where Nigerian creatives rely heavily on diaspora audiences.
• The incident raises important questions about forgiveness, success, failure, and unity within Nigeria’s entertainment community. What to Watch
• Whether other entertainers and public figures join I Go Save in condemning backlash‑celebration culture.
• The response of fans and social‑media users to calls for solidarity rather than scorn.
• The long‑term impact of this episode on Burna Boy’s international engagements, and on how Nigerian artists are perceived globally when controversies hit.

Citations:

1. Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/11/i-go-save-condemns-nigerians-celebrating-cancellation-of-burna-boys-u-s-shows/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.: www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1685193-burna-boy-allegedly-cancels-shows-backlash-viral-incident/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. GhanaWeb: www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Burna-Boy-cancels-two-US-tour-dates-amid-backlash-over-viral-concert-incident-2011447?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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