In a jaw-dropping twist, American billionaire Bill Gates has entered the ring of Nigerian music controversies, leaving fans and artists alike in a buzz. Davido initially started a fire online by his declaration of Burna Boy as a “new cat” in the industry. It ignited online debates afresh among fans of both artists with some alluding to the fact that this “new cat” (Burna Boy) is a Grammy Award winner, putting afrobeats on a global scene of prominence. But lo and behold, the ‘Gates’ have come crashing in. Bill Gates has seemingly brought down the curtain on this heated debate.

During his visit to Nigeria, Gates took center stage at an event in Lagos State, where he divulged an unexpected tidbit. As the crowd leaned in, Gates revealed that his youngest daughter, Phoebe, had expressed her excitement at the prospect of her dad encountering two Nigerian music sensations—Burna Boy and Rema. In a stunning admission, Gates confessed that he had to frantically search for information on these musical powerhouses because, as he put it, he wanted to stay “hip.”

But that wasn’t all. As gasps filled the room, Gates dropped another bombshell, one that resonated deeply within the Nigerian music scene. With a sly smile, he casually remarked, “But I remember the last time I was here, I got to see Davido and Wizkid perform.” 

Online netizens on Twitter have been in a chorus of shock, realising that Gates had slyly acknowledged the preeminence of these two industry giants, thereby adding fuel to the fiery dispute surrounding Burna Boy’s status.

Social media is currently lit-up with the conversation, prompting fans and critics to reevaluate their positions. The once-unshakable conviction that Burna Boy had transcended his peers had been challenged by none other than one of the world’s richest and most influential figures.