Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has publicly distanced himself from the City Boy Movement, a group that supports President Bola Tinubu. This clarification comes despite his close associate, socialite Cubana Chiefpriest, being a member of the group. Davido made this statement during a heated exchange with critics on X, formerly Twitter, after he was accused of hypocrisy for lamenting the state of insecurity in Nigeria.
Davido Speaks Out Against Insecurity
On Saturday, May 30, 2026, Davido joined numerous Nigerians, including fellow celebrities, in condemning the rising insecurity in the country. He wrote, "I'm weak God pls take control we can't continue like this ….. my heart goes out to the victims and family .. this is messed up. I can't lie we entertainers .. we Dey fckup I won't lie including me … we need to speak up … it's too much injustice goin on .. our country don go." His tweet quickly attracted attention, with some critics accusing him of performative criticism of the government.
Davido's Response to Critics
In response to a critic who claimed he had ties to the City Boy Movement, Davido firmly denied any affiliation. He recalled the backlash he faced previously for calling out the government on American media. While affirming his personal friendship with President Bola Tinubu's son, Seyi Tinubu, Davido revealed that he has raised complaints directly to him. He wrote, "1. I no Dey part of any city boy group 2. When I called out the government on American media you guys rained curses on me 3 . I've been friends with ST for years and that's were it stops and i call and complain to him all the time .. even in person 4 . GOD PURNISH UR GENERATION."
Mixed Reactions from the Public
Davido's response sparked mixed reactions online. While fans defended his consistency, critics questioned his connections to prominent figures in the country. Some of the reactions include:
- CjayAkabike: "David if you don't have the ball to tell Tinubu enough of the sufferings and kidnappings Nigerians are facing, then shut the up. We don't need you call out the government but call out Pres. Tinubu that enough is enough. off I have removed all your songs on my playlists."
- __jayboi: "Davido sometimes you dey fall our hand they are some part of people in this app you don't reply it really shows that d guy is do dumb and want everyone to know he cares did he expect you to go and fight d bandit or Shey na you vote for Tinubu ni you've done ur part and it's fine."
- SandraAdaeze4: "Please what does ST say when you call him to complain?"
- Obasi_xx: "Cp Dey support Tinubu so definitely you sef Dey among. Werey u de form pity card."
- fineworldUnisex: "Can you tell Nigerians why you're going to politics instead of music, and show 5 things your family has done for Osun state, Your uncle is the reason osun state is not benefiting Nigeria government evil family."
Davido's Emotional Moment at Friend's Burial
In a separate development, Legit.ng reported a video showing Davido's emotional reaction as the casket of his friend Denis Ukonho, also known as Ego or Tiny, was lowered into the grave. Shortly after his speech on insecurity, another video emerged showing Davido, alongside his crew, joining Tiny's family and other mourners in a somber mood at the graveside. The highlight was a clip capturing the singer, who appeared too emotional to watch, as the coffin was lowered into the ground.
