Nigerian singer **Asake** is facing significant backlash on social media following an incident where he reportedly broke a fan’s **iPhone 16 Pro Max** during a concert. The controversy erupted on **September 29, 2024**, when a fan named **Adeoti** shared a TikTok video showing the moment he tried to take a photo with Asake. In the video, Asake appears to push the phone to the ground and stomp on it, causing considerable damage.
Adeoti expressed his frustration on TikTok, stating, “You broke my iPhone 16 Pro Max. It’s not because they pissed you off inside the nightclub that you are going to react like that towards a fan. Anyway, I still love you.” Despite the incident, he reiterated his admiration for the artist.
The video quickly went viral, igniting a wave of reactions from users on various social media platforms. Many criticized Asake for his actions, labeling them as disrespectful and indicative of how some celebrities treat their fans. Comments ranged from disappointment to outright outrage. One user remarked, “A gutter behaviour. Person u suppose deck bro to bro,” while another questioned, “Would he do that if that fan was a white boy? No! Black man and power show on their fellow blacks is never-ending.”
In contrast, Adeoti emphasized in a separate post that he still considers himself an Asake fan, which led to further mixed reactions from the online community. The incident has sparked a broader discussion about celebrity interactions with fans and the responsibilities that come with fame.