The Nigerian DJ Association (NDJ) has banned Burna Boy’s music following a physical incident with DJ Tunez.
The incident occurred on Monday at Obi’s House, a popular weekly Afrobeats concert in Lagos.
What began as a heated dispute between Burna Boy and DJ Tunez is said to have developed into a violent altercation, with members of Burna Boy’s team reportedly jumping in until bystanders interfered to restore order.
The specific source of the argument is unknown, however social media users have theorised that it could be the result of long-standing industry rivalry, particularly DJ Tunez’s tight relationship with Wizkid, who is frequently compared to Burna Boy by fans.
In response, the NDJ issued a lengthy statement on Instagram condemning discrimination and hostility, while calling for unity and respect within the entertainment industry.
“No one is born hating another because of the skin colour, religion, background or gender. People simply learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can also be taught to love since love comes naturally to the human heart than its opposite,” the statement reads.
“Please note: That Here at NigerianDJ, we put all our DJs first, standing firm on “ALL DJs are EQUAL”, offering a transparent and personal service to help our DJs and clients achieve their goals and ambitions, both in Home 🇳🇬 and in Diaspora.
“Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? Such are the places where every Male and Female #NDJ seek equal justice, equal opportunity and equal dignity without discrimination, irrespective of where it’s coming from, be it from a fellow NDJ or NON NDJ.
“Unless these rights have meaning there, they have little meaning anywhere. Without concerned our #NDJ actions to uphold them close to home, we shall look in vain for progress in the larger world of DJing in Nigeria as a whole.”
“However, We plead with all communities #NDJ to please be tolerant—to reject prejudice based on cast, creed, sect, religion or gender. To please ensure freedom and equality for all the DJs nationwide, so that they can flourish. We cannot all succeed when half of us are being held back.
“The NigerianDJ is fully against the Discrimination of any of its #NDJ.”
The association concluded by announcing a boycott of Burna Boy’s music across its network until further notice.
“Burna Boy Music is temporary out of any of our DJs playlist till further notice, our team will carry out a proper investigation on last night incident that happened to one of our own, DJ Tunez,” it added.
As of the time of this report, Burna Boy has not made any public comments about the incident.
