Nigerian songstress Ayra Starr has publicly apologized to legendary musician King Sunny Ade following an incident of perceived disrespect at an event.
The incident, which occurred at a recent gathering, drew widespread criticism after a video surfaced online showing Ayra Starr allegedly snubbing Burna Boy’s mother while greeting a woman seated beside her.
However, the singer proceeded to greet King Sunny Ade by shaking his hand.
In response to the backlash from Nigerians on social media, Ayra Starr took to her official X account on Saturday morning to address the issue and offer an apology.
“I’m so sorry, I had just walked in and all the lights and nerves did not let me see but I came back to greet everyone properly,” Ayra Starr wrote in her post.
“I have never been that girl to be disrespectful. I’m a proper Yoruba girl, and the video didn’t start until after I had greeted Burna’s mom! I’m very sorry to the legend, uncle, and King Sunny Ade.”
Watch the video below:
