Nigerian music star David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has expressed frustration after a private jet fuel shortage disrupted his travel plans, causing him to miss a headline concert. The singer took to his Instagram story to apologize to fans and explain the situation.
Davido Blames Global Conflicts for Fuel Crisis
In a series of Instagram stories, Davido revealed that ongoing global wars have begun affecting his daily life, particularly the availability of aviation fuel. He wrote: “The world happened to me yesterday.... These wars around the world has really started penetrating... finding fuel was a problem yesterday to even fly.. everything had to be rescheduled.. to my fans that pulled up at @secretspalace! Sorry I missed. We gonna run it back again soon @sheyman congrats again I Dey for u.”
Fan Reactions to Davido’s Outcry
The singer’s post sparked a flurry of reactions online. Some fans defended him, while others criticized his complaint. User aeboobae noted: “It’s how you people conveniently cropped out the part where he also apologized for his fans for missing the show!???.” Another user, taaatibg, commented: “If he didn't attend the show and didn't apologized, You will still drag him. What exactly do people want????.”
Some commenters compared his struggles to those of ordinary Nigerians. bel__xbox said: “Wetin make billionaire dey complain like this omo meself no small at all for this economy.” Meanwhile, flipbit2021 argued: “Instead of him to say badly how Nigeria has been mismanaged, he is talking about the war in Iran. Did God not give Nigeria everything ? Fuel is cheaper in Iran than Nigeria.”
Others showed empathy, like adaeze_esq: “That’s his reality. Same way people complain about the price of fuel for cars, he’s allowed to vent about jet fuel prices.” Emeka_ added: “E say na WORLD happen to am. Some people still dey say NIGERIA dey happen to them. God is upgrading your life soon, no worry.”
Davido’s Wife Chioma Celebrated Recently
Earlier, Davido had celebrated his wife Chioma’s birthday with a heartfelt tribute, describing her as his peace and home. He wrote: “Happy birthday to my baby, my peace, my home. You changed everything for me. The love, the calm, the way you hold me down through it all… na you be my real strength. God really took His time with you.”
Chioma also made headlines for sending a birthday message to former BBNaija star Bambam, which the latter warmly acknowledged.
