The Nigerian DJ Association (NDJ) has announced a temporary ban on all songs by Burna Boy following an alleged physical altercation involving DJ DJ Tunez.

In an official statement released on Wednesday, the association confirmed that Burna Boy’s music has been removed from members’ playlists pending the outcome of an investigation into the incident.

The decision comes after reports that DJ Tunez was assaulted at Obi’s House, a popular weekly Afrobeats event in Lagos, on Monday evening. A viral video circulating online appears to show the DJ being beaten and kicked on the ground, allegedly for playing songs by Wizkid instead of Burna Boy’s tracks.

Condemning the incident, the NDJ stressed the need for professionalism and mutual respect within the music industry.

“Burna Boy’s music is temporarily out of any of our DJs’ playlists till further notice,” the statement read.
“Our team will carry out a proper investigation on the incident that happened to one of our own, DJ Tunez.”

The association also urged DJs nationwide to remain vigilant and maintain respect for all artists during events.

The development has sparked widespread reactions, with many calling for accountability and others urging calm until the investigation is concluded.

Opinion: A Defining Moment for Accountability in Afrobeats

The NDJ’s decision to ban Burna Boy’s music—even temporarily—is a bold move that signals a shift in how conflicts within the entertainment industry are handled.

For a long time, issues like this have often been brushed aside or quietly resolved. But this time, the response has been public, structured, and collective. That alone makes it significant.

At the heart of the matter is respect. DJs are not just background players—they are essential to the success of artists. If reports are accurate, then punishing a DJ for song choices sets a dangerous precedent.

However, it’s equally important to allow due process. Allegations must be properly investigated, and conclusions should be based on facts, not just viral clips or public sentiment.

What this situation reveals is the fragile balance within the music ecosystem. Artists, DJs, promoters—they all depend on one another. When that balance is disrupted by ego or conflict, the entire system feels it.

The NDJ’s action may be temporary, but its message is lasting: influence does not place anyone above accountability.

How Burna Boy and the industry respond next will determine whether this becomes just another controversy—or a turning point for professionalism in Afrobeats.