Canadian Senate Commends Burna Boy And Nollywood For Showcasing Nigeria On The Global Stage

The Canadian Senate recently held discussions regarding the achievements of Nigerian music star and Grammy winner, Burna Boy, as well as the flourishing Nigerian film industry, Nollywood.

The Senate of the North American nation praised the progress and international reach of the music and movie sectors in Nigeria.

According to the PUCH, Marcel Lebleu, the Director General of the West and Central African Bureau at Global Affairs Canada, commended Burna Boy's success as a touring artist.

He applauded the African artist for selling out the prestigious Bell Centre in Montreal, making history as the first African musician to achieve this feat.

Lebleu remarked, "You might not be familiar with Burna Boy. He is an Afrobeats artist who recently performed in Montreal, selling out The Bell Centre twice to an audience of about 35,000 people.

"He also had a successful show in Toronto. The cultural industry is often overlooked, but it holds significant importance. Take, for instance, Nollywood."

Peter Boehm, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, added, "I was listening to Burna Boy's music the other night, and I really enjoy it."

Burna Boy, the 32-year-old Nigerian singer, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, has been recognized as one of the 100 most influential individuals of 2024 by Time Magazine.