Afrobeats sensation, Davido, has addressed the backlash following his recent comments about Nigeria’s economic struggles. In an interview on The Big Homies House podcast, the music icon expressed concerns over the country’s economic state, advising Black Americans against relocating to Nigeria due to its poor leadership, economic instability, and rising oil prices.

“The economy is in shambles. The exchange rate is messed up, and a lot of things are not going well. The oil price is too high. Imagine a country that produces oil, paying more for it than an oil-importing country,” Davido remarked, shedding light on Nigeria’s economic challenges.

These comments quickly sparked controversy, with critics, including TV presenter Akashat Ny’mat, accusing Davido of damaging Nigeria’s global image. Ny’mat expressed concern that his remarks could discourage foreign investment at a time when the government is working to attract investors.

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However, Davido, unphased by the criticism, took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend his position. He insisted that he was a “real ambassador” of Nigeria and stood by his statement. “Lmao #tvcnewsng nah today? You all are mad ‘cus we the real ambassadors,” he tweeted.

In his posts, the singer also expressed pride in how his accent sounded during the podcast interview, and dismissed fears that his comments might lead to the cancellation of his shows in Nigeria. “Dem say dem go cancel my show cus of my interview… loooool I don’t have to perform in Nigeria,” he added, showcasing his confidence in the face of the controversy.

Since his rise to fame in 2012 with his debut single Dami Duro, Davido has become one of Africa’s most influential musical figures, using his platform to address key issues facing his country. Despite the public debate, his influence and commitment to his role as an ambassador remain unshaken.