Ayra Starr issues an apology for her disrespectful behavior towards King Sunny Ade during an event [VIDEO]

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Racheal Ayodele
Published on 2024-01-27 08:20:54

Fast-rising Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has issued a public apology to legendary musician King Sunny Ade after a video of her seemingly disrespecting him and Burna Boy’s mother went viral.

The video, which caused a stir on social media, shows Ayra Starr snubbing Burna Boy’s mother and then shaking hands with King Sunny Ade. This led to widespread criticism and backlash from Nigerians on social media.

In response to the public outcry, Ayra Starr took to her official social media accounts to issue a public apology. In her apology, she explained that she had just walked in and was overwhelmed by the lights and nerves, which caused her to miss proper greetings. She also clarified that the video did not capture the full context of the situation, as she had greeted Burna Boy’s mother before the video started.

She went on to express regret for her actions, stating “I have never been that girl to be disrespectful, I’m a proper Yoruba girl, and the video didn’t start until after I had greeted Burna’s mom! I’m very sorry to the legend, uncle, and King Sunny Ade.”

The apology comes after the video sparked outrage among fans and the public, with many questioning her actions and urging her to show respect to the legendary musician and others.

The incident serves as a reminder of the impact of social media and the scrutiny that public figures face in the digital age. It also highlights the importance of upholding decorum and respect, especially when interacting with revered figures in the music industry.

As of now, King Sunny Ade has not publicly commented on the incident or Ayra Starr’s apology. However, the public apology may help to quell the backlash and restore the singer’s reputation in the eyes of her fans and the public.