Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu popularly called Burna Boy, has got tongues wagging on social media after confirming his conversion to Islam during a resurfaced livestream with streamer PlaqueBoyMax.
The Grammy winner, who was raised Christian, described embracing Islam as a personal spiritual journey, citing a sense of “completion” through prayer: “As soon as I’m done, I feel like it’s already done.”
As celebratory reactions poured in from many, especially in Muslim communities, some found it funny, saying it was just for social media engagement. Others praised his spiritual growth, calling it “inspiring” and offering prayers for guidance.
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Skepticism and criticism also surfaced as some questioned his sincerity amid his lifestyle. Here are compiled reactions from mouth of netizens:
One fan wrote, “We all know his new found Faith will not Stop him from Smoking, drinking, Womanizing publicly… so why Celebrating?”
Another mocked, “Burna boy still closing eye to pray as a Muslim otiyemi 🤣🤣 Mouth Muslim.”
@PlanetEmmyDisco dismissed it: “Any of this he converted to Islam talk… is definitely cock and bull story.”
@Jaga said: “They’ll still say he’s not a real Muslim no matter how much he tries.”
@blvckboyofph wrote: “Now that’s a shock. Nobody saw it coming.”
Another user questioned: “That’s not how it’s done when you convert to Islam; have you done Ghusl and Shahadah? It’s not Christianity where you confess Jesus as your Lord and savior.”
@Mrwashinton said: “You converted to Islam and your music videos says otherwise. Who you wan please or deceive.”
