Mercury News, California — Akon made the decision following angry protests over a music video he is in where scantily clad women dance in front of a Buddha statue more info

AngryApe — After his Sri Lankan concert was canceled more info

USA Today Music — Sri Lanka says it won't issue a visa for R&B singer Akon for a planned concert next month, following outrage over his video showing ... more info

AllHipHop — R&B singer/Konvict label boss Akon has issued a statement regarding a controversial video that has drawn the wrath of Buddhists in Sri Lanka. Scores of people who follow the Buddhist religion in the country protested Akon’s appearance because ... more info

BBC News - UK — Sri Lanka refuses to issue a visa to R&B star Akon, who was due to perform there next month, saying he offended the country's Buddhists. more info

Jam! Showbiz Music, Canada — Akon has apologized for using a Buddha statue in the video for Sexy Chick after it sparked protests in Sri Lanka - but insists he was unaware the spiritual monument was featured in the promo. more info

AngryApe — After protesters object to his upcoming concert more info

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ContactMusic — AKON has apologised for using a Buddha statue in the video for SEXY CHICK after it sparked protests in Sri Lanka - but insists he was unaware the spiritual monument was... more info

Gigwise — From Buddhist monks... more info