The renowned Nigerian musician, Damini Ogulu, widely recognized by the stage name Burna Boy, has achieved the distinction of headlining the prestigious 2024 SummerJam festival held in Germany.

The African musician, widely recognized for his global impact, served as the main attraction at the esteemed festival, which transpired from July 5 to July 7, 2024, in Germany.

Burna Boy enthralled the audience with a captivating performance, showcasing a medley of his chart-topping hits, including “City Boy.” The audience reciprocated with enthusiastic singing and dancing, creating an immersive and engaging atmosphere.

Other performers at the Caribbean teamed festival included Busy Signal and Bounty & Cocoa.

Burna Boy achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first African artist to headline a UK stadium twice, following the sold-out 80,000-capacity stadium success of his previous performance in London. This accomplishment underscores his remarkable impact and influence within the music industry.

This significant achievement underscores Burna Boy’s position as a prominent global music icon within the African continent. Nigerians have expressed profound admiration and pride in his accomplishments, recognizing his international acclaim and exceptional performance capabilities.

He has been quite vocal about his position as a leader in the Nigerian music industry.

The artist’s self-proclaimed status as the “blueprint” of the Nigerian music industry sparked controversy several years ago after his Grammy win.

His colleague Davido has also made a claim to being the leader of Afrobeats in the past.