Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has made a U-turn after being criticised over remarks discouraging black Americans from relocating to Nigeria due to the country’s economic challenges.
Tribune Online reports that Bashir Ahmad, an ex-aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari, among others, took to social media to criticise the ‘Fem’ crooner over the statement.
They described Davido’s comments as “disappointing and unpatriotic,” urging the music star to use his platform to promote a positive image of Nigeria.
Earlier, while speaking during an appearance on The Big Homies House podcast, Davido painted a picture of Nigeria’s economic landscape, citing poor leadership, a struggling exchange rate, and soaring oil prices as factors complicating the country’s recovery.
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