Nigerian writer and social commentator Solomon Buchi has publicly criticized the BET Awards for naming American rapper Glorilla as the Best Gospel Artist at the 2025 ceremony held last weekend.
In a scathing social media post, Buchi called the decision “terrible,” arguing that featuring on a gospel track does not make Glorilla a gospel artist. He criticized her music and public image, which he claims promote nudity and profanity, as incompatible with gospel music’s values.
“So naked, profane-singing, seductively pop stars are now winning gospel awards? Shame on all involved to make this happen,” Buchi wrote. He lamented the commercialization of the gospel music industry, describing it as a “scam” that has strayed from its spiritual roots.
Buchi’s remarks have ignited debate about the criteria for gospel music recognition, with many questioning the alignment of mainstream awards with the genre’s core principles.
