malali:
Davido, a global icon and one of Nigeria’s most celebrated artists, holds significant sway over millions worldwide. His dual identity—born in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Nigeria—affords him a unique perspective. However, with influence comes responsibility, especially for someone awarded the national honor of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) for his contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry. His recent comments, where he expressed discouragement about African Americans relocating to Nigeria, underscore a need for caution and diplomacy.

The Importance of Constructive Criticism

No one disputes the challenges Nigeria faces—economic instability, infrastructural deficits, and political strife, to name a few. These are realities that Nigerians live daily. But as a public figure, especially one benefiting immensely from Nigerian support, Davido has a responsibility to critique constructively. Comparing the slums of Nigeria to the struggles of the United States could have been an opportunity to highlight resilience, entrepreneurship, or the emerging entertainment industry’s vibrancy.

Rather than casting a shadow on the motherland, Davido could have adopted a balanced tone:
• Acknowledge challenges honestly without exaggeration.
• Highlight the opportunities for growth and investment.
• Emphasize the sense of community and culture that defines Nigeria.

Davido’s Platform: A Double-Edged Sword

Davido’s platform has elevated Nigerian music globally. His fan base in Nigeria forms the foundation of his success, and it is their unwavering support that propelled him into international stardom. To discourage African Americans from engaging with Nigeria, a country that has embraced him as one of its leading ambassadors, risks alienating his core supporters.

While the United States grapples with homelessness, racial inequality, and mass incarceration, American artists like Jay-Z, Beyoncé, or Chris Brown rarely, if ever, disparage their homeland on international platforms. Their approach is one of advocacy, highlighting issues without denigrating their roots.

Immaturity and Consequences

Davido’s comments might seem candid, but they come across as tone-deaf given his stature and role. To suggest that African Americans avoid Nigeria entirely could:
• Harm tourism and cultural exchange efforts.
• Damage the perception of Nigeria globally.
• Alienate his Nigerian fans, whose loyalty underpins his career.

It is not alarmist to state that if Nigerians boycotted his music, his career trajectory could shift dramatically. The entertainment industry thrives on goodwill, and losing the support of one’s home base can be career-ending.

The Need for an Apology

As someone conferred with a national honor, Davido must hold himself to a higher standard. A public apology would go a long way in mending fences. It’s not about suppressing valid criticism; it’s about expressing it in a way that uplifts rather than tears down. His handlers and media team must ensure that his statements align with his role as a cultural ambassador.

A Call for Advocacy, Not Dismissal

Davido has the power to advocate for change. He can:
• Highlight areas where African Americans or other diasporans could contribute to Nigeria’s development.
• Use his platform to call for better governance and investment.
• Show the vibrant aspects of Nigeria alongside its challenges.

Rather than discouraging engagement with Nigeria, Davido should foster dialogue and inspire hope. Advocacy, not dismissal, is the hallmark of a mature and impactful leader.

Catapault:


Where did he say this? No link?

Instead of posting a link you are blowing grammar.

malali:
Cho cho cho

"The boy that meets his mothers relatives and joins them in abusing his father is not a wise child."

Fela Kuti.

SisterAnn:
Tpain and his minions should leave Davido alone and face the country they have destroyed.

malali:


Davido should be more introspective and self aware with his utterances. Without Nigeria, there will be no Davido.

Acidosis:
You people really think that foreign investors are d u m b. Lol. So, if Davido declares Nigeria a country filled with milk and honey with the best sets of leaders in the universe, foreign investors would believe him just like that?

Davido's father shared his experience in the U.S just few weeks back about how a civil servant nearly ruined his investments to the point where his foreign partner became frustrated, yet you people said nothing. Nobody has called for the sack and mass arrest of corrupt civil servants and directors. Today, you're blaming Davido for speaking another truth about your hopeless situations. You ppl ehn!

You don't want Davido to "ruin your image" abroad (whatever that means), but your drunken master minister dey flop the same image in the presence of a foreign prime minister at home

Forkthiefnubu:
You are truly sick in the head , the boy is a 1000x more patriotic than you

malali:


Davido should be more introspective and self aware with his utterances. Without Nigeria, there will be no Davido.

Acidosis:



"The boy that refuses to align with his rich and responsible mother's relatives but instead decides to listen and spread the lies of his lazy, corrupt, and deadbeat drunkard of a father will most likely end up like his useless father."

- Malali

malali:


Davido and his father have benefited a lot from Nigeria. You cannot make your wealth in USA and criticize the U.S.
You cannot make your wealth in Russia and Criticize the Kremlin.
Davido and his family are beneficiaries of the Nigerian capitalism. We might not be America or UK. But you have to add respect to the name Nigeria anywhere you talk, don't disparage Nigeria and Nigerians.

mrvitalis:
Firstly foreign investors don't come because you are safe or unsafe they come when they see and opportunity to milk you dry

Nigeria is bad no need to trick people to relocate here and lose their life savings

Acidosis:


Without Nigeria, there would be no Nigerian, including you and your family members. Don't you think before dropping these useless quotes?

SisterAnn:
In your post earlier, you said he stands the risk of loosing his core supporters, I'll like to see that happen.

SisterAnn:
But you stood up to defend buhari when he disparaged the country in UK and called the youths lazy? Called a section of the country he claims to lead dot in a circle?

malali:


Davido and his father have benefited a lot from Nigeria. You cannot make your wealth in USA and criticize the U.S.
You cannot make your wealth in Russia and Criticize the Kremlin.
Davido and his family are beneficiaries of the Nigerian capitalism. We might not be America or UK. But you have to add respect to the name Nigeria anywhere you talk, don't disparage Nigeria and Nigerians.

Acidosis:


LMAO 🤣🤣

Elon Musk tweets at least 50 times daily and a bulk of his tweet are about CORRUPTION and illegality in the USA. Think before you post.

malali:


People relocate daily. There are people with dollar investments that can afford to live comfortably in Nigeria.
Why didn't Davido's father relocate his power plant to the USA ?
Why didn't Davido's uncle go and contest gubernatorial in America ?

malali:


I see you don't know the difference between figurative and literal.
I tried though, but i was thinking you had minimum intellect.

mrvitalis:

Because there is an opportunity here to build power plant here... Davido father is the one doing Nigeria a favour

Relocate and live comfortably where? Nigeria? What's your definition of comfortable living? Bad road? No hospital emergency? No safety u can be killed in traffic robbery? ... Pollution?

If your idea of comfortable living is oppressing others then Nigeria is ideal for u... Ordinary being worth mere 50 million dollars u need security n convoy to move around

U can be worth 10 billion dollars n live in a house with no fence in America.. Now that's comfortable living

malali:


Show me one tweet where Elon Musk said people should not come to America.

Just One !!!

malali:


Davido and his father have benefited a lot from Nigeria. You cannot make your wealth in USA and criticize the U.S.
You cannot make your wealth in Russia and Criticize the Kremlin.
Davido and his family are beneficiaries of the Nigerian capitalism. We might not be America or UK. But you have to add respect to the name Nigeria anywhere you talk, don't disparage Nigeria and Nigerians.

malali:


Why does Davido and his family chose to live in Nigeria ?
Do you prefer more comfort than them ?
Have you ever lived outside Nigeria ?
Or you have TV and Youtube ?

malali:


Show me where i did that ? You want to mix every issue up to confuse people.
Wrong is wrong...Whether its Buhari or Obi of Onitsha or Oba of Lagos.
I see what you are trying to do. Davido is wrong for saying such statements.

malali:


We might be a poor country, but Nigerians are not people to be toyed with, no one disparages us and goes Scot free. We contribute to his platform. He has endorsements with a lot of companies doing business in NIGERIA. He should not have made those comments.