Nigerian singer Burna Boy shares his opinion on internet polls conducted by music fans and music blogs. 

He went ahead to add that none of these fans can help them fill stadiums and arenas, making their polls irrelevant.

He wrote on his Instagram story:

“Dear artists, don't let Twitter polls and 'Naija social media fans' deceive you. They won't fill up any stadium for you in any part of the world.”

Burna Boy recently stirred conversation with remarks comparing the value of Nigerian music streams to those from the UK and US, pointing out that international streams generate significantly more revenue. He argued that having the number one song on a Nigerian streaming platform isn’t an achievement worth celebrating and encouraged artists to think bigger and explore global markets.

While his comments reflect the economic realities of the Nigerian music industry, they also carried a tone many interpreted as dismissive—consistent with his previous controversial takes. By referring to supporters as "Naija social media fans," he seemed to imply that their influence doesn't extend beyond the digital space, raising questions about how much he values his local fanbase.

This isn't the first time Burna Boy has drawn criticism for his opinions. Prior to the release of his last album, I Told Them, he described Afrobeats as lacking substance during an interview with Zane Lowe. He has also claimed that "nobody paved the way" for him, a statement that sparked backlash from industry veterans who felt their efforts were being disregarded.

Now, as Burna Boy prepares to release his eighth studio album, No Sign of Weakness, his latest comments appear to follow a familiar pattern of controversy ahead of a major project drop.