Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has addressed the backlash surrounding his recent interview, where he described Nigeria’s economy as being in “shambles.” The comment, while resonating with some fans for its honesty, also drew criticism from others who viewed it as unpatriotic. The controversy has led to calls from some quarters to cancel his upcoming Lagos concert, slated for December 24, 2024.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) page, Davido confirmed the efforts to disrupt his highly anticipated show. However, he responded with confidence, stating that he doesn’t necessarily need to perform in Nigeria, as his music and influence extend far beyond the country’s borders. He highlighted his global fanbase and numerous international performance opportunities, making it clear that his career is not confined to one region.
This isn’t the first time Davido has faced criticism for his outspoken nature. While his comment about the economy reflects sentiments many Nigerians share, some critics argue that such statements could alienate his home audience. On the other hand, supporters have praised him for using his platform to speak truth to power.
The December 24 concert remains one of the most anticipated events on Nigeria’s entertainment calendar, promising to attract thousands of fans. Whether the controversy will impact the turnout remains to be seen, but Davido’s unwavering stance signals his commitment to staying authentic and standing by his words. For now, the spotlight remains on his ability to balance his global status with the expectations of his Nigerian fanbase.
He wrote:
“Dem say dem go cancel my show cus of my interview … loooool I don’t to have perform in NIGERIA 🇳🇬.”
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See some comments below:
@outwest4k: “Na wizkid drop album na davido dey trend.”
@evelyn____xx: “They have energy for everything except the cost of living in this country. Davido is not your problem!!”
@ostinpostop: “Davido didn’t lie …. If you cancel his tour for shinning the light then you are a problem,.. the economy is in shambles and they are hiding behind removal of subsidy to hide their Great inadequacies.”
@weinerplus: “Is there a Nigerian that hasn’t said what Davido said?. There’s literally no investor who will be deterred by Davido’s comments. Nigeria’s poor governance is LITERALLY common knowledge to the universe.. Anyways let them cancel the show. He’s still wealthy.”
@dammiedammie35: “Over them all OBO, speak your truth, speak on it !!”
@it_Rutie: “I know you didn’t any harm. I understand that you may not have considered Nigeria’s economy at that time, but I kindly ask that in the future, you take the country’s welfare into account before responding. A more strategic approach could make a significant difference.”
@_oyiza: “The country is in shambles but it’s Davido that’s the issue!!! This country is not a real place fr!!!”
@Mautiin01: Nah Osun people you go dey tell that one, nobody send your papa!! Osakpolor