Nigerian superstar artiste, Burna Boy has explained his absence from the ongoing #EndSARS protest both on social media and physically.
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The self-acclaimed “African Giant” and “Odogwu” took to social media to explain why he was absent at the beginning of the protest, stating that he was dealing with a family issue that required his attention.
In his words:
I was Dealing with a Personal Family issue at the Beginning of these Protests . My mum Had Serious Surgery last week! We were all invested in making sure she recovers! i am not about that “put it all out on social media” life.We decided the focus must solely be on this protest.
I was Dealing with a Personal Family issue at the Beginning of these Protests . My mum Had Serious Surgery last week! We were all invested in making sure she recovers! i am not about that “put it all out on social media” life.We decided the focus must solely be on this protest.
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— Burna Boy (@burnaboy) October 12, 2020
He went further to tweet:
In life before you reach conclusions it’s always good to check as you don’t know what people are going through . Play whatever song you like at these Protests but Let’s just keep fighting Together. Follow @protectng2020 we are here to help#sarsmustend #EndPoliceBrutalityinNigeria
— Burna Boy (@burnaboy) October 12, 2020
During his absence, Nigerians on social media had called the supposedly “revolutional musician” Burna Boy, to back up his lyrics and outbursts with actions. Subsequently, Burna Boy reaffirmed his commitment to the cause with EndSARS sponsored billboards and a press release.
