Nigerian music fans woke up to a new controversy as veteran rapper Konga accused Burna Boy of copying his lyrics. Konga, who made waves in the early 2000s, claimed that Burna Boy used some of his lines in a recent song without giving him credit or asking for permission.
Konga said this was not just disrespectful but also an attack on his creative rights. He explained that someone like Burna Boy, who is respected in the music industry, should have given him credit. Instead, Konga expressed disappointment that Burna Boy would use his lyrics without approval. Because of this, he is demanding compensation for what he described as intellectual property theft.
To support his claims, Konga pointed out a part in the ‘Sungba’ remix where Burna Boy name-dropped him and interpolated lines from his popular hit single ‘Baby Konga‘. He also mentioned another example from Burna Boy’s latest single ‘Update’, where the “Agbabiaka” line appeared. According to Konga, this is further proof that Burna Boy enjoys his music. In his words, “I know you like my flow and I appreciate you for that.”
While addressing the situation, Konga added a surprising twist by inviting both Burna Boy and Afrobeats queen Tiwa Savage to join him on the remix of his hit song ‘Kabakaba’. In the video, he called on Tiwa, describing her as “the 10-time Grammy nominee and Afrobeats royalty.”
Although Konga did not mention any legal action, his statement has stirred reactions online. Some fans are waiting for Burna Boy’s response, while others think Konga might just be trying to make a comeback. Still, the issue has sparked new conversations about respect, originality, and credit in the Nigerian music scene.
Konga also made it clear that this is not just about money. He believes it’s about respecting the creative process. Many veteran artists, he said, have been sidelined, but that does not give new artists the right to use their work without permission. According to him, every artist deserves proper recognition, no matter how long they’ve been in the industry.
So far, Burna Boy has not responded publicly. Fans are watching closely to see how the situation unfolds. Will both artists settle things peacefully, or will the matter get bigger? Only time will tell.
The Nigerian music industry has faced several copyright issues in the past. This case is another reminder of the need to respect and protect the work of creatives.
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