Ayra Starr, the Nigerian singer, has responded to the criticism over a viral video showing her standing while greeting King Sunny Ade at an event.
In a public apology, Ayra Starr acknowledged the backlash and explained that she did not intend to be disrespectful.
She mentioned being carried away by the lights and nerves upon entering the event. Ayra Starr expressed regret and stated that she later made a U-turn to greet everyone properly, including King Sunny Ade and Burna Boy’s mother.
The apology was issued after the video sparked discussions about cultural norms and expectations regarding greetings and respect.
In the post shared via her page on popular microblogging platform X formerly called Twitter, Ayra Starr wrote;” 😭😭 I’m so sorry , I had just walked in and all the lights and nerves didn’t let me see but i came back around to greet everyone properly, I have never been that girl to be disrespectful, I’m a proper Yoruba girlllll and the video didn’t start until after I’d greeted burna’s mom ! I’m very sorry to the legend, uncle and King Sunny Ade.”
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@adxjnr: Point of Correction Sabi girl, KSA is not your “Uncle” He is old enough to be addressed as a “Daddy” Good gesture you apologized btw, Kudos ❤️.
@itzbasito: As if standing to greet King Sunny Ade wasn’t enough, you still calling him Uncle in your apology tweet, a fvcking 77 year old legend old enough to be anybody’s grandpa.
@mister_ade5: I just knew that you didn’t see him properly and I’m glad you came to clear the air 🥺 Stay safe and love you baby 🫶🏽❤️.
@Spotlight_Abby: Ayra apologized and addressed KSA as the Legend, Uncle and King Sunny Ade, and some are still cussing, saying “uncle” is disrespectful? Walahi, you people just want to cook this night. From T-baby to A-star. 😂
@Crownprince_Com: It is disrespect when you called King Sunny Ade an Uncle ok. He is able to father your mother Be Wise.
@Officially_Kriz: He’s not your uncle. He’s your Dad.
😭😭 I’m so sorry , I had just walked in and all the lights and nerves didn’t let me see but i came back around to greet everyone properly, I have never been that girl to be disrespectful, I’m a proper Yoruba girlllll and the video didn’t start until after I’d greeted burna’s mom…
— Celestial being (@ayrastarr) January 27, 2024