Nigerian Afrobeat superstar, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, professionally referred to as Burna Boy, has made historical past as the primary Nigerian to offer an award on the Ballon d’Or rite.
He made historical past after handing out the 2026 Sócrates Award to English footballer, Bukayo Saka.
Burna introduced the award to Saka on Monday, October 26, 2026, on the Palladium Theatre in London, UK.
Talking about his soccer academy ahead of the award presentation, the singer mentioned, “Expectantly, inshallah, someday I’ll come again right here to look one in every of my other people getting an award in Ballon d’Or.”
The singer attended the rite after his halftime display efficiency on the 2026 Nationwide Soccer League in Paris.
Burna’s look on the Ballon d’Or rite after his efficiency with Shakira on the FIFA International Cup ultimate provides to his rising presence at primary global carrying occasions.
DAILY POST reviews that Burna Boy introduced his soccer academy in Lagos, Nigeria, in August 2024.