Burna Boy Visits UNIPORT Teaching Hospital, Clears Over ₦40m Medical Bills
Burna Boy, recently visited the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), where he reportedly settled all the patients’ medical bills. He shared his motivation behind the act, stating that his visit to Port Harcourt was driven by a desire to support his community, particularly individuals facing financial challenges.
Afrobeat sensation Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, recently visited the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), where he reportedly settled all the patients’ medical bills.
In a video that has since gone viral on social media, the Grammy-winning artist was seen leaving the hospital amidst a throng of excited fans, including nurses on duty, who cheered and expressed gratitude for his generosity.
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According to reports, Burna Boy not only covered the outstanding medical bills but also took care of fresh bills, amounting to an expenditure exceeding ₦40 million. He also presented gifts to the staff and distributed cash to students, totalling an additional ₦10 million.
Burna Boy shared his motivation behind the act, stating that his visit to Port Harcourt was driven by a desire to support his community, particularly individuals facing financial challenges, such as school fees.
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"I believe the people who are in dire need of help are not on social media. I only came to Port Harcourt to show love to my people and those who need financial assistance like school fees," Burna Boy remarked.
The artist’s incredible gesture has been met with widespread praise from netizens, who have lauded Burna Boy for his kind heart and commitment to giving back to his community