“He is respectful, unlike Peller” – Trending Video Shows Asake Bowing to Greet Burna Boy’s Mother at Recent Event (Watch)

A recent video featuring singer Asake and Burna Boy’s mother, Bose Ogulu, along with his sister, has gone viral, sparking widespread discussions about Asake's humble nature. This comes just days after Burna Boy’s mother, who is 57, ignored 19-year-old TikToker Peller's attempt to greet her at a fashion show.

While Peller received criticism on social media for his awkward greeting attempt, Asake’s interaction with Burna Boy’s family is garnering praise for his respectful demeanor.​

Asake’s Humility on Display

The video begins with Asake (formerly signed YBNL) bowing his head to greet Burna Boy’s mother, his hands behind his back—a gesture symbolizing respect. This moment contrasts sharply with Peller’s behavior, which many have criticized.​

In the following clip, Asake shares a warm hug with Burna Boy’s sister and then says “Odabo ma” (meaning “Goodbye, ma”) to Burna Boy’s mother. She responds with "Odabo," indicating a courteous and familiar interaction.​

Reactions to Asake’s Gesture

The video has sparked varied reactions across social media platforms:​

💠 @ferragamooooo: "Don’t mind that Peller. You go Dey shine teeth jumping up and down. Mumu boi. You should be using your analogy and better AirPods with a face cap, then observe who to greet and who to ignore."​

💠 @digitalaom: "The media delivers exactly what the people want 😂 The man clearly said 'Odabo ma,' which means 'bye bye ma.' It’s evident he had greeted her before this video was taken."​

💠 @PrivateJay01: "He must have greeted her in the full video. He did say 'Odabo' (Bye Bye), and she responded."​

💠 @GeneralIB7: "What’s Burna's mama looking for up and down? She should be sitting at home eating, claiming unnecessary celebrity."​

💠 @Khaystix: "It’s obvious he greeted and had a conversation before this video. He said 'Odabo ma' in Yoruba, which means 'Goodbye ma.' For you to say that, you must have had a prior greeting or conversation with the person. You can’t just meet someone and say 'Goodbye ma.'"​

Context of the Situation
This video serves as a direct comparison to the earlier incident involving Peller and Burna Boy’s mother. The young TikToker’s attempt to greet her was met with a cold reception, sparking public outrage about his lack of etiquette. Asake, however, has been praised for his display of humility and respect, resonating deeply with fans and the wider public.​

For more details on the incident with Peller, check out our previous post on Peller Apologizes to Burna Boy’s Mother.​

To gain deeper insight into Bose Ogulu's role in Burna Boy's career, you might find this Essence article informative.​Essence

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