CAF President Patrice Motsepe has revealed that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy faced unexpected challenges upon arriving at a Moroccan airport recently on his way to headline the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat.

The CAF President disclosed during a recent press conference that the Nigerian music star was held at the airport by custom officers over a jewellery issue.

Motsepe explained that the issue was resolved amicably after he intervened.

“Recently was called that I need interven because Burna Boy was stopped at the airport after customs officers noticed his heavy and beautiful gold jewellery. I intervened and it was resolved,” he shared.

Burna Boy headlined the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat on January 16.

Ghana singer Stonebwoy as well as Moroccan stars Stormy and Jaylann also performed at the concert.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe revealed that Burna Boy faced unexpected challenges upon arriving at a Moroccan airport, after customs officers noticed his heavy and eye-catching gold jewellery. customs officers noticed his heavy and flashy gold jewellery. pic.twitter.com/IzhB0AHEnJ

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