Legend 2Baba (Innocent Idibia) has officially “broken the internet” after declaring Burna Boy the current leader of the Afrobeats pack. During a high-profile appearance on the “Mic On” Podcast with Seun Okinbaloye on February 8, 2026, the “African Queen” pioneer stated that while the “Big 3” are all incredible, the “African Giant” is currently operating on a “different level” globally.+1
2Baba clarified that his ranking isn’t about personal favoritism or bank accounts, but rather an observation of musical impact and global dominance. He likened comparing artists to comparing different painters, but ultimately admitted that if he had to put someone at the top of the chain right now, it’s Burna. “Burna is on the top of the game… Not just in Nigeria, in Africa, in the world,” 2Baba noted, sparking immediate firestorms across the Wizkid FC and 30BG fanbases.+2
This isn’t the first time 2Baba has praised Burna; in late 2025, he also referred to him as the “senior” of the current generation due to his intentionality and world-class live performances. However, coming from a man who laid the very foundation for modern Afrobeats, this latest “crowning” is being seen by many as the ultimate validation of Burna Boy’s unprecedented international run.
