‘Naming Me Your GOAT Singer Is Monumental’ — Saheed Osupa Hails Burna Boy’s Tribute

Fuji maestro Saheed Osupa has responded with gratitude after Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy publicly described him as the “Greatest of All Time” among Nigerian singers.

The tribute, which sparked massive reactions online, has now been acknowledged by Osupa himself, who called Burna Boy’s words “monumental” and a testament to his decades-long impact on the Nigerian music industry.

Osupa, often referred to as the “King of Fuji,” took to his official social media pages to celebrate the recognition, stressing that being named a GOAT by one of Africa’s biggest global exports carries a weight that transcends generations. He described Burna Boy’s acknowledgment as not just a personal honor but also a victory for Fuji music, a genre that has often been overlooked in mainstream conversations about Nigeria’s musical evolution.

Industry insiders note that Burna Boy’s tribute comes at a time when Nigerian music continues to dominate global charts, with Afrobeats and Fuji finding new audiences across Europe and America. For Osupa, who has spent over three decades redefining Fuji with social commentary and street-conscious lyrics, the recognition signals a rare bridge between old-school legends and new-school icons.

Fans have flooded social media with messages celebrating the moment, describing it as proof that despite generational shifts, true artistry always commands respect. Burna Boy’s words have reignited fresh conversations about Fuji’s influence on Afrobeats and Nigeria’s broader music culture, cementing Osupa’s legacy as not just a Fuji icon but one of the foundational voices of Nigerian sound.