Nigerian music star, Tekno, has recently shut down rumors that he received over N1bn in royalties from his collaboration with Kizz Daniel on the hit song “Buga.”
There have been widespread speculations alleging that Tekno claimed to have received royalties totaling more than N1bn from Kizz Daniel for their joint effort on “Buga.” The reports further suggested that 50% of all revenue generated from the song was directed to Tekno.
In response to these rumors, Tekno took to social media to address the issue. He refuted the claims of receiving such a substantial amount, calling the alleged interview fake and even went on to curse whoever was responsible for spreading the misinformation.
The track “Buga” was released on May 3, 2022, and quickly rose to become one of Nigeria’s most popular songs. It garnered widespread attention, with many individuals worldwide participating in the viral dance challenge associated with the track. One notable participant was former Liberian President, George Weah, who was filmed showcasing his dance moves to the song during a political rally.
Tekno’s swift denial of the rumors surrounding his royalties serves as a reminder of the prevalence of misinformation in the music industry and the importance of verifying sources before spreading such claims. It also highlights the power of social media in allowing artists to directly address and clarify rumors surrounding their work.
