Rumors unfold throughout social media this week claiming that NBA YoungBoy had been banned from performing in Louisiana, however the New Orleans Police Division says that’s not true.

Hypothesis started after experiences recommended that NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick personally barred the rapper from future exhibits on the Smoothie King Middle. The declare alleged that YoungBoy violated an settlement to go away the town instantly after his current concert events, which, it was claimed, prompted the efficiency ban.

Nevertheless, NOPD rapidly set the document straight with an official assertion clarifying that the division has no authority to find out who can or can’t carry out within the metropolis. “Whether or not or not NBA YoungBoy performs future concert events in Louisiana is a matter solely between his promoters and the administration of the Smoothie King Middle, who negotiate and execute these agreements,” the division said.

The assertion confirmed that on October 20, 2025, Superintendent Kirkpatrick knowledgeable venue administration that YoungBoy had not left the town after both of his two concert events, as outlined in his efficiency settlement with Dwell Nation and the Smoothie King Middle. Nonetheless, police emphasised that any choices about future exhibits are dealt with by the venue and promoters, not legislation enforcement.

For now, the Baton Rouge native’s future efficiency in Louisiana stays unsure, however officers have made it clear that any restrictions received’t come from NOPD.