CAF President Patrice Motsepe has revealed that Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy faced an unexpected delay upon arrival at an airport in Morocco, just hours before headlining the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat.
Speaking at a recent press conference, Motsepe said Burna Boy was briefly held by customs officials over an issue involving his jewellery. According to the CAF President, the singer was stopped after officers noticed “heavy and beautiful gold jewellery,” prompting intervention from CAF officials.
“Recently was called that I need intervene because Burna Boy was stopped at the airport after customs officers noticed his heavy and beautiful gold jewellery. I intervened and it was resolved,” Motsepe stated, adding that the matter was settled amicably.
Burna Boy later performed as scheduled on January 16, headlining the AFCON Fan Zone concert in Rabat. The event also featured performances by Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy and Moroccan acts Stormy and Jaylann.
