Davido Raises Alarm Over Efforts to Cancel His Nigerian Concert After Controversial Comments on Economy
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has raised concerns over a potential cancellation of his upcoming December concert in Nigeria following his controversial comments about the country’s economy. The singer revealed that the backlash surrounding his remarks has led to efforts to cancel the highly anticipated show.
The controversy began when Davido appeared on the American podcast Big Homies House, where he made a statement advising Americans not to relocate to Africa, specifically Nigeria, due to the state of the country’s economy. Describing Nigeria’s economic situation as being in “shambles,” Davido’s comments sparked a heated debate among Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora.
Several prominent figures, including Joe Igbokwe and Reno Omokri, condemned Davido’s remarks, accusing him of tarnishing Nigeria’s reputation on the global stage. However, in the face of the criticism, Davido defended his position, asserting that entertainers like him are among the true ambassadors of the country.
On social media, Davido responded to the backlash with a message on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Y’all mad ‘cause we the real ambassadors!” Despite the criticism, the singer’s stance has remained firm.
During this controversy, Davido revealed that the situation has escalated, with individuals reportedly plotting to cancel his Lagos show due to the interview. Responding to the threat, he tweeted, “Dem say dem go cancel my show cus of my interview … loooool I don’t have to perform in Nigeria.”
Davido’s comments have stirred a larger conversation about the responsibility of celebrities in addressing national issues, as well as the impact of public figures’ words on their careers and reputations.
