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Burna Boy Gifts $30K to Alleged Cubana Chief Priest Relative

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Jan 5, 2025.

Burna Boy gifts $30,000 to Bethel Okechukwu, a phone repairer.
Okechukwu says he plans to use the money to open a shop.
He expressed deep gratitude to Burna Boy for changing his life.

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has fulfilled his pledge to support Bethel Okechukwu, a struggling phone repairer from Alaba Market who claims to be a relative of socialite Cubana Chief Priest.

Despite Burna Boy’s ongoing feud with Cubana Chief Priest, the artist demonstrated generosity by delivering on his promise to gift $30,000 to Okechukwu.

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The gesture follows a video Burna Boy shared earlier, spotlighting Okechukwu’s struggles and commitment to improving his situation.

Okechukwu had shared plans to use the funds to establish a shop and promised to update Burna Boy on his progress.

True to his word, the singer provided the financial assistance, prompting an outpouring of gratitude from Okechukwu.

In a touching Instagram post, Okechukwu expressed his heartfelt thanks to Burna Boy, describing the artist as a divine instrument of change in his life.

“God is real, Odogwu @burnaboygram, God has used you to pull me out from poverty. I will be forever grateful. Please, people, help me thank him for me,” he wrote, urging Nigerians to join him in celebrating Burna Boy’s benevolence.

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The post, which showcased the emotional moment, has since garnered widespread attention, further solidifying Burna Boy’s reputation as a philanthropist.

This act of kindness underscores the power of generosity, even in the midst of personal disagreements, as Burna Boy’s contribution paves the way for a brighter future for Okechukwu.