Afrobeats superstar Davido has addressed ongoing criticism over his recent comments on Nigeria’s insecurity and what he described as increasing injustice, making it clear that his personal relationships do not silence his views on national issues.
The singer had earlier admitted that entertainers, including himself, have not done enough to speak openly about the challenges affecting Nigerians.
His remarks sparked mixed reactions online, with some questioning whether his closeness to people connected to political circles affects his ability to criticise government actions.
Responding directly to one critic on X, Davido dismissed claims that he belongs to a political circle known as “City Boys,” saying plainly that he is not part of any such group.
He also pushed back against suggestions that his friendship with Seyi Tinubu prevents him from speaking on issues affecting the country.
According to Davido, their relationship is longstanding and strictly personal, stressing that he has consistently raised concerns about national matters with him directly.
Davido recalled facing backlash in the past after publicly criticising government issues on international platforms, noting that speaking up has often attracted criticism regardless of the audience.
For the singer, the conversation is less about politics and more about encouraging accountability and greater involvement from public figures when national concerns arise.
