Davido Sets Record Straight on Alleged Ties to City Boys Crew, Addresses Relationship with Seyi Tinubu

Afrobeats star Davido has fired back at criticism over his recent remarks on Nigeria's deteriorating insecurity and perceived injustice, stressing that his friendship with Seyi Tinubu does not muzzle his voice on national issues.

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As David Adeleke, the singer had ignited a social media debate after acknowledging that entertainers, himself included, had fallen short in addressing the challenges faced by ordinary Nigerians.

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Taking to X on Saturday, Davido expressed his concerns, stating: "I can’t lie, we entertainers… we dey f*ck up, I won’t lie, including me.

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We need to speak up, he emphasized, highlighting the widespread injustice and adding: "It’s too much injustice going on, Our country don go."

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His comments swiftly sparked online reactions, with some users questioning his ability to genuinely criticize the government due to his ties with individuals linked to the presidency.

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A user identified as #princessluna237 accused Davido of insincerity, alleging he was part of a "City Boys" political circle because of his relationship with Seyi Tinubu.

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The user wrote: "Na God go punish you and your family, Go and do that performative rubbish in your City Boys group chat and get tf out of my face with all this pretentious nonsense, Na foolish Nigerians I blame."

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In response, Davido rejected the allegation, stating: "I no dey part of any city boy group."

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The award-winning singer reminded critics that he had previously faced backlash for discussing Nigeria's problems during interviews with foreign media outlets, saying: "When I called out the government on American media, you guys rained curses on me."

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Davido clarified that his friendship with Seyi Tinubu, which spans several years, has no political implications and noted that he regularly raises concerns about national issues with him.

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He explained: "I’ve been friends with ST for years and that’s where it stops, and I call and complain to him all the time, even in person," he wrote.