Nigerian skit maker, comedian, and live streamer Carter Efe has opened up about an unpleasant and emotional experience involving Grammy Award-winning Afrobeats star Burna Boy during a recent public outing.
The entertainer revealed that the incident occurred when he unexpectedly sighted the Afro-fusion superstar at an event, a moment he initially described as exciting and memorable before it took a disappointing turn.
Carter Efe recounts chance meeting with Burna Boy
While speaking during a livestream session with his fans, Carter Efe narrated how he noticed Burna Boy from a distance and felt thrilled at the opportunity of seeing the global music icon in person.
According to him, the moment seemed promising as Burna Boy appeared to notice his presence.
“Do you know I saw Burna Boy yesterday? I saw Burna Boy yesterday and he kept staring at me,” Carter Efe said during the livestream, expressing excitement mixed with curiosity over the singer’s reaction.
He explained that Burna Boy’s gaze made him believe there was a possibility of greeting the singer or exchanging a brief moment of acknowledgment, especially given their shared status in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Attempt to approach ends abruptly
However, Carter Efe stated that the situation changed almost immediately when he decided to move closer to greet the singer.
According to the skit maker, Burna Boy’s security operatives swiftly intervened before he could get anywhere near the artiste.
“But his bouncers bounced me when I tried to approach him,” Carter Efe said, describing how he was stopped abruptly and denied access.
Security presence blamed for incident
Carter Efe attributed the encounter to what he described as extremely tight security surrounding the Grammy-winning musician.
He emphasized that Burna Boy’s security detail appeared highly alert and unwilling to allow any form of close contact, regardless of familiarity or intention.
“Their security is too tight,” he added, stressing that getting close to the singer was almost impossible under the circumstances.
Emotional reaction and online response
Reacting emotionally to the incident, Carter Efe admitted that the experience left him hurt and disappointed.
“Ah God, I felt bad,” he concluded, revealing that the moment affected him more than he expected.
Since the revelation, the story has generated mixed reactions across social media platforms. While some fans expressed sympathy for Carter Efe and criticized the harshness of the security response, others defended the need for strict security measures around high-profile celebrities, citing safety and crowd control concerns.
The incident has continued to spark discussions online about celebrity access, security boundaries, and the emotional impact such encounters can have on fellow entertainers and fans alike.