Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has publicly named Burna Boy as Nigeria's top artist at present. In a recent interview with Urban FM, Enugu, 2Face described Burna Boy as the leader and the "senior" figure among the current generation of Nigerian musicians, acknowledging his significant influence and artistic dominance.
2Face emphasized that while he admires several other artists, Burna Boy stands out as his personal number one. He also expressed optimism about emerging artists who are poised to reach Burna Boy's level of success in the near future.
Burna Boy continues to solidify his position as a global Afrobeats ambassador, with numerous accolades and chart-topping hits. His music resonates widely, exploring themes of identity, social justice, and cultural heritage. This endorsement from a veteran like 2Face underscores Burna Boy's impact on the Nigerian and international music scenes in 2025.