Nigerian singer Davido has said entertainers need to speak up about the challenges facing the country, saying there is too much injustice in Nigeria.
The singer made the comments in a post on X, where he reflected on the role of public figures and the state of the country. He wrote that entertainers, including himself, had made mistakes and should do more to address issues affecting Nigerians.
“I can’t lie we entertainers .. we Dey f***up I won’t lie including me … we need to speak up … it’s too much injustice goin on .. our country don go 💔🇳🇬,” he posted.
His comment drew mixed reactions online. One user accused him of being insincere and suggested he should take his concerns elsewhere.
Responding to the criticism, Davido rejected claims that he belonged to any political group and pointed to his past comments about the government.
“I no Dey part of any city boy group,” he wrote.
The singer also said he had previously criticised the government during an interview with American media and faced backlash for doing so.
“When I called out the government on American media you guys rained curses on me,” he said.
Davido also addressed his relationship with a person identified as ST, saying their friendship did not stop him from raising concerns directly.
“I’ve been friends with ST for years and that’s were it stops and i call and complain to him all the time .. even in person,” he wrote.
The exchange has continued to generate reactions online, with users debating the role of entertainers in speaking on political and social issues.
Ademide Adebayo
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