Burna Boy's Aide Confronts Wizkid's Camp After DJ Tunez Brawl Escalates
A violent altercation between Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy and DJ Tunez, the official DJ for Afrobeat superstar Wizkid, has now escalated into a public war of words involving the artists' primary aides and associates. The incident, which occurred on Monday night at Obi's House, a popular celebrity hangout in Lagos, has drawn significant attention across social media platforms and entertainment circles.
Escalation of the Conflict
On Wednesday, Richie Richie, a member of Burna Boy's inner circle, issued a scathing rebuttal to claims made by the Wizkid camp. This followed a digital press conference of sorts led by Burna Boy's long-time aides, King Manny and Benny, who sought to clarify the events that led to the physical scuffle.
Richie Richie wrote in a lengthy social media post, "lol you don run go tell them na 10vs 1 lol py nobody touch you every video online today na aftermath ... make una no Dey feel una self na still b Dey shout make nobody touch you .. I'm asking you now py boy tunez anybody touch you ? Apart fm the dirty slap you collect wells ... Dey beg like t**o I Dey wait come online come yarn nobody Dey stop anybody from yarnings. Yarn as you like na una sabi koro go jam everybody Carry talk as you like m***u if na 10 men touch you you think say you fit Dey here now to Dey type na Wetin I Dey wait be this yarn as you like bro nobody Dey stop una papa make una yarn well na matter of time everybody go show power but like this Una Dey ground ... wiz do as you like if na you Dey talk I no get problem ehhh(yes) but na you 1st go diddy house,I'll wait till judgement day, but you see anybody else no worry na ground them go Dey na you go still pay their hospital bills Twitter na the note pad real life na the face Slap .... 7G active"
Origins of the Altercation
According to eyewitness reports and viral footage, the disagreement began when Burna Boy approached the DJ booth where DJ Tunez was performing. Sources allege that the tension was sparked by DJ Tunez's music selection, which reportedly prioritized Wizkid's discography and unreleased tracks while allegedly ignoring Burna Boy's presence. The verbal exchange quickly turned physical.
DJ Tunez later took to X (formerly Twitter) to accuse Burna Boy of an unprovoked attack. "You hit me in the back of my head without me looking! That's some sucka sh**." He further claimed he stood his ground despite being outnumbered "1 vs 10."
Career Context of the Artists
Despite the controversy, both lead artists remain at the top of their careers. Burna Boy recently made history in February 2026 as the first African artist to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive years, following his collaboration with J. Cole. His latest album, No Sign of Weakness, continues to dominate global charts despite a recent loss at the 2026 Grammys.
DJ Tunez, born Michael Babatunde Adeyinka, remains one of Africa's most influential DJs and producers. Known for his "Invasion" series and global hits like "Iskaba," Tunez has been instrumental in the international growth of Afrobeats, serving as a pillar of Wizkid's Starboy Entertainment.
The incident highlights the intense rivalry and high-stakes environment within Nigeria's entertainment industry, where personal conflicts can quickly become public spectacles. As both camps continue to exchange accusations, fans and industry observers await further developments in this unfolding drama.
