Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy has publicly reacted to online estimates placing his net worth at $22 million, dismissing the figure with laughter during a recent interview. The Grammy award-winning artist, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, stated that the search engine's calculation was significantly inaccurate.
"They Are Way Off": Burna Boy's Candid Reaction
In a video clip that has since gone viral on social media, the 'African Giant' was asked about Google's claim that his net worth sits at $22 million. Burna Boy immediately burst into laughter at the mention of the figure. When pressed by the interviewer on whether the estimate was accurate, the singer gave a revealing response.
"I prefer them saying that, that's cool. I like that one. They are way off," Burna Boy stated, clearly amused by the valuation. While he appreciated the lower estimate, he emphasized that it did not reflect his true financial standing.
The Blessing of Changing Family Fortunes
The conversation then shifted to how it feels to be in a position to transform his family's financial trajectory. Burna Boy described this ability as a profound blessing. He explained that being able to support his family and cover expenses for others holds immense significance for him.
"It's great, and it's a blessing. It's nothing short of a blessing to be in a situation to change my family's life and take care of expenses for other people," the artist shared during the interview, which was conducted in late December 2025.
Why He Hasn't Bought His Mother a House Yet
In a more personal revelation, Burna Boy addressed questions about promises made to his mother. He confirmed long-standing plans to buy her a house, a dream he held since childhood. However, he disclosed that the purchase hasn't happened because his mother hasn't selected a specific property.
"Well, she'd like that. But she hasn't gone around to picking an actual house," Burna Boy said, indicating that the ball is in his mother's court regarding the choice of home.
This interview emerges alongside reports of the artist's substantial luxury acquisitions in 2025. According to The Independent, Burna Boy recently acquired a 2025 Lamborghini Revuelto, reportedly the first in Africa, valued at over ₦1.5 billion. Further reports from Pulse Nigeria suggest his entire car collection, which includes vehicles like a McLaren Senna Carbon Fibre Edition, Ferrari Purosangue, and Rolls-Royce Cullinan, is valued at nearly ₦19 billion.
Netizens Weigh In on the Net Worth Debate
Following the interview, Nigerian social media users shared mixed reactions to Burna Boy's dismissal of the $22 million figure. Many argued that his wealth far exceeds the estimate, pointing to his expensive assets and earning power.
One user, @rain_bow557, commented: "Didn't this guy turn down $5m for a show? Surely he's way passed $20m right." Another, @stopthehate147, noted: "Burna way dey rake in over $30m for his annual concert go come worth $22m. Dey play."
Others focused on the revelation about his mother's house. User @purevibes09 reacted: "If u listen well to the end, he say him mama never go around to pick a house lol. 22 million dollars, you never buy ur mama house in years. Odogwu."
The interview also comes in the wake of Burna Boy's recent philanthropic activity. In a previous report, social media activist VeryDarkMan (Martins Vincent Otse) announced that the singer donated $145,000 for charity. The funds were intended to bail out inmates who had overstayed in prison without support and to settle hospital bills for less privileged individuals.
Burna Boy's consistent chart-topping success, sold-out global tours, and brand endorsements suggest a financial portfolio that likely dwarfs the $22 million estimate, making his reaction one of the most talked-about celebrity revelations as the year 2025 came to a close.
