Ayra Starr Faces Criticism From Nigerian Tweeps For Shaking Hands And Not Bowing To King Sunny Ade At A Recent Event – Watch Video 

Ayra Starr Faces Criticism From Nigerian Tweeps For Shaking Hands And Not Bowing To King Sunny Ade At A Recent Event – Watch Video ....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Written By Oshiobugie John

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has found herself at the center of controversy after a video surfaced online showing her shaking hands with veteran juju musician King Sunny Ade at a recent event. The incident has sparked online criticism, with some accusing her of being culturally insensitive and uncultured. CONTINUE READING

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The video, shared on Twitter by user @gemyoruba, captured the moment Ayra Starr was introduced to dignitaries, including King Sunny Ade, who were seated close to Burna Boy’s mother. According to Yoruba culture, especially in the presence of respected elders, it is customary to kneel while greeting as a sign of respect.

However, Ayra Starr chose to stand and shook hands with the dignitaries, a gesture that has not been well-received by many netizens who view it as disrespectful and contrary to cultural norms.

Reactions on social media have been swift:

1. UnkleAyo: “Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, @ayrastarr you stretched your hands to shake that man? Omo 2002? Egbami.”
2. ayurexars: “She Dey shake KSA, that man might be older than her father.”
3. smoke253: “KSA was even more respectful than @ayrastarr in this video which to me is a shame to these GenZ children.”
4. Capolutiti: “Whether she knows it’s KSA sitting or not, she’s mannerless. This is Africa, not Obodo Oyinbo land. No need to whitewash it.”

The incident has ignited a debate on the importance of cultural respect, especially in public settings where traditional norms are expected to be observed. As the criticism mounts, Ayra Starr may need to address the backlash and clarify her intentions to ease tensions among fans and cultural observers.

Watch the video below …