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Media Talk Africa Exclusive: Jude Okoye Declares Burna Boy Richest Artist in Nigeria

In a shocking revelation, Jude Okoye, music executive and brother to Paul and Peter Okoye of the defunct P-Square group, has declared Grammy award-winning artiste, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, as the richest artiste in Nigeria.

Okoye made the claims during an Instagram Live session with radio personality, Daddy Freeze. According to him, no Nigerian artiste has raked in more money than Burna Boy, with his earnings in the last four years standing at about 100 million dollars.

When asked if Burna Boy has made more money than Canadian rapper, Drake, Okoye said the Afrobeats artiste made between 70 – 80 million dollars alone last year.

Burna Boy’s Continuous Rise

Burna Boy is arguably the biggest star of Nigerian music as far as international relevance is concerned. His music hasn’t only transcended the Nigerian shores but also penetrated the global market, earning him several recommendations and laurels.

His artistic dexterity has won him many international awards, including the most coveted Grammy award which puts the Afrobeat maestro on the same pedestal as the best on the African continent.

Since his reemergence in 2018 with hit tracks ‘Gbona’ and On the Low,’ as well as the African Giant album released one year later, Burna Boy has toured several cities in Europe, Africa, the US, and the Caribbean to perform.

He is famous for his stagecraft and excellent delivery which always leave fans in awe of his talent.

This declaration by Jude Okoye has sparked a lot of excitement and curiosity among music fans and industry insiders, with many eager to know more about Burna Boy’s financial prowess and what sets him apart from other Nigerian artists.

Stay tuned for more updates on this story as it unfolds.