Davido Claims Threats Over Economic Criticism: 'They Want to Cancel My Lagos Show!'

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Afrobeats superstar Davido has alleged that he is facing threats to cancel his upcoming Lagos concert after his candid remarks about Nigeria’s economic challenges on the American podcast 'Big Homies House.'

Davido’s comments, where he described Nigeria’s economy as being in “shambles” and discouraged Americans from relocating to the country, have sparked heated backlash from prominent Nigerians, including Joe Igbokwe and Reno Omokri.

In response to the uproar, Davido doubled down on his stance, suggesting that entertainers like himself are the true representatives of the nation on the global stage. Taking to his X handle, he wrote:

“Yall mad cus we the real ambassadors!”

The post has added fuel to the ongoing debate about the role of artists in speaking out on societal issues and their responsibility as public figures.

The Unavailable hitmaker further claimed that attempts are being made to cancel his Lagos show scheduled for December. He teased his critics with a bold response:

“Dem say dem go cancel my show cus of my interview… loooool I don’t have to perform in Nigeria.”

Fans and critics alike have taken to social media to weigh in on the controversy.

Source: DP

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