A hilarious prank video featuring a man impersonating Grammy Award-winning Afrobeats star Burna Boy on the streets of Lagos has taken social media by storm. The clip, which surfaced online on January 7, 2026, captured unsuspecting Lagosians, particularly street boys, enthusiastically hailing the lookalike.
Details of the Viral Lagos Prank
The video shows an impersonator meticulously styled to mimic Burna Boy's signature appearance, complete with similar dreadlocks and sunglasses. He is seen strolling through a Lagos neighborhood with a few security aides, while a car follows in the background. The convincing act led several excited street boys to swarm around him, cheering, taking photos, and making demands, completely fooled by the imitation.
Netizens React to the Street Confusion
The viral clip ignited a flurry of reactions online, with many users expressing surprise that people on the street did not recognize the prank. Comments highlighted a mix of humor and social commentary. User Dr_Pharouk suggested the crowd was more interested in potential financial gain than verifying the celebrity's identity. Another user, priscanall, humorously noted, "Lagos no dey send Grammy," implying the city's unpredictable nature. Concerns were also raised, as user thatMrT questioned the safety of such pranks in a city known for occasional volatility.
Other notable reactions included EniolaRamadan's comment that recognition on the streets often comes down to generosity, and KingPallyy who drew a parallel to electioneering tactics, stating, "Now na these people Dey move round during elections."
Connection to Burna Boy's Recent Activities
This incident follows another recent viral moment involving the real Burna Boy. In a separate lighthearted video, the artist was captured playfully stating in Yoruba that he believed fellow musician Rahman Jago more than the Bible, a comment he made while laughing during a car ride in Lagos.
Furthermore, in a recent interview, Burna Boy addressed speculation about his wealth, dismissing a published estimate of his net worth being $22 million as "way off." The singer, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, laughed at the figure and emphasized that his true success lies in his ability to transform his family's life and support others.
The viral prank video underscores the fascinating dynamic between Nigeria's global superstars and their immediate environment, proving that even the most famous faces can sometimes move incognito—or with the help of a good impersonator—through the bustling streets of Lagos.
