Burna Boy’s 35th birthday – The Trumpet Newspaper Nigeria

Grammy-winning Afrobeats star Burna Boy received more than birthday wishes as he celebrated his 35th birthday, with his mother and manager, Bose Ogulu, urging him to settle down, get married and have children.

Key Highlights:

• Burna Boy celebrated his 35th birthday with family and close friends.
• Bose Ogulu encouraged the singer to pray for “a good wife and children.”
• The light-hearted moment drew laughter from guests at the private celebration.
• Burna Boy has previously said his demanding music career has delayed marriage and fatherhood.
• The birthday exchange has generated widespread reactions on social media.

A video from the private celebration, shared on Snapchat by one of the singer’s associates, captured the moment Burna Boy was invited to make a birthday wish.

The Afrobeats superstar wished for good health and continued prosperity.

Before he could finish, Bose Ogulu playfully interrupted, encouraging him to also pray for “a good wife and children.” Her remark drew laughter and smiles from family members and friends attending the celebration.

The light-hearted exchange quickly attracted attention online, with fans commenting on the mother’s heartfelt advice and expressing differing views on whether the singer should consider starting a family.

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Burna Boy has previously explained why he remains unmarried and has no children.

In an earlier interview, the award-winning artiste said his demanding international music career leaves him with little time to dedicate to family life. He added that he does not intend to have children outside marriage and would only become a father when he is able to be fully present in raising them.

The birthday celebration has since continued to trend across social media, with many fans applauding Bose Ogulu’s motherly advice while others defended Burna Boy’s decision to choose the timing that best suits his personal and professional life.