Grammy Award-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has issued a strong disclaimer regarding a viral meme coin circulating online that falsely uses his name and image for promotion.
The Afro-fusion star took to his verified Instagram page to make his position clear, warning fans and the general public to beware of crypto scams.
“I Don’t Do Crypto” – Burna Boy
In his Instagram story, Burna Boy wrote:
“I don’t do any internet ‘coin’ business. I see it as fraud and I have no interest in any of that. So if you see anyone using my name for such, please disregard or report them.”
The statement comes amid rising concerns about celebrities being unknowingly linked to various meme coin and cryptocurrency scams. Burna Boy’s direct and public dissociation marks a rare moment of advocacy from a global music star against misleading financial schemes.
Burna Boy Calls for Legal Action
While Burna Boy didn’t name specific individuals, he hinted at legal consequences for the promoters of the unauthorized crypto asset, urging authorities and platforms to take action against impersonators and scam operations leveraging his brand.
Crypto Scams Targeting Celebrities
This incident is part of a broader trend where celebrities’ identities are used without consent to boost interest in meme coins and other digital assets. Experts advise fans and investors to verify endorsements and steer clear of unverified tokens.
