Burna Boy Cancels Arena Shows Amid Backlash Over Viral ‘Sleeping Fans’ Incident
Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Burna Boy has reportedly canceled five dates on his ongoing ‘I Told Them…’ tour (also referred to as the NSOW Tour) in the wake of low ticket sales, a downturn many are linking to a recent viral controversy.
The decision to scrap the arena concerts follows significant public backlash after a video surfaced online showing the Grammy award-winning artist stopping his performance to call out and eject attendees he accused of “sleeping” during his show. The clip spread rapidly across social media, sparking criticism from fans and onlookers who accused the singer of disrespecting the very people who support his career.
According to multiple reports, ticket sales for several upcoming tour stops saw a noticeable drop following the online furor. This decline ultimately led his team to quietly remove five arena dates from the official tour schedule.
In a move seen as damage control, Burna Boy addressed the incident during a recent performance in Dallas, offering a public apology. “I’m sorry, please. I apologise to everyone, it was a slip of the tongue,” he told the audience.
Despite the apology, the cancellation of the shows has fueled widespread discussion about the tangible consequences of the viral drama. The situation continues to trend online as fans and industry observers debate whether the backlash has genuinely disrupted the tour’s momentum and impacted the artist’s public perception.
The conversation now centers on whether this is a temporary setback or a more significant shift in fan sentiment toward the globally renowned star.
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